Just One Child

Discover the compelling narrative of "Just One Child" by Susan Greenhalgh, published by the University of California Press in 2008. This insightful book delves into the pivotal years of 1978-1980, revealing how a select group of aerospace engineers influenced China's groundbreaking population policies. Greenhalgh meticulously documents the strategies employed by these leaders, illustrating how they approached the complex issue of population control with a mindset that likened individuals to missiles. Spanning 426 pages, this work provides a critical examination of the social and political ramifications of the one-child policy in China, making it an essential read for those interested in anthropology, sociology, and women's studies. Join Greenhalgh in exploring the intricate dynamics of governance, demography, and individual rights in one of the most significant social experiments of our time.