Negotiated Power

In "Negotiated Power," author Sukhee Lee presents a compelling reexamination of the dynamics between the state and social elites during the Southern Song and Yuan dynasties. Published by Harvard University in 2014, this insightful hardback edition spans 362 pages and challenges the traditional view of a zero-sum competition between state power and local elite interests. Lee argues that these two forces were not in opposition but rather mutually constitutive and reinforcing, offering a nuanced perspective on political and social structures in historical China. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intricate relationships between governance and elite influence in the context of Asian studies and social sciences. Discover how Lee's groundbreaking analysis reshapes our understanding of power dynamics in a pivotal era of Chinese history.