Rate and Pattern of Industrial Growth in Communist China

Explore the intricate dynamics of China's industrial landscape with Rate and Pattern of Industrial Growth in Communist China by Kang Chao, published by The University of Michigan Press in 1965. This insightful paperback spans 196 pages and delves into the complexities of industrial production in a rapidly evolving economic environment.

Kang Chao meticulously reconstructs two sets of industrial production indexes that provide a more meaningful and reliable understanding of China's industrial growth. He also presents essential statistical procedures for creating new indexes that reflect fundamental economic realities, moving beyond the limitations of official statistics. This book is a vital resource for anyone interested in the economic conditions and industrial development of Communist China.