Holding China Together

In "Holding China Together," author and expert in Chinese studies, this insightful book published by Cambridge University Press in 2004, delves into the remarkable resilience of China since the Tiananmen crisis of 1989. Spanning 318 pages, this hardback edition challenges the prevailing 'fragmentation/disintegration thesis' by exploring the underlying sources and dynamics that have allowed China to maintain unity and enhance its international stature. This comprehensive analysis is essential for anyone looking to understand the complexities of modern China and its socio-political landscape. Discover how this vast nation has defied predictions of collapse and continues to assert its influence on the global stage. A must-read for scholars, policymakers, and anyone interested in the future of China.