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The book provides a general review of the processes of social-economic and population development of the Chinese society from 1949 to 2021, the interactions between the two, and a detailed study of the economic and population policies at different stages of social development.
Based on legal documents and policies, plenty of historical facts and personal experiences, the book reveals a vivid representation of what happened in that difficult era,...
3) Ching Shih
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Embark on a riveting journey through the captivating life of one of history's most formidable and fearless pirates in "Ching Shih: Queen of the South China Sea." This concise and gripping account unravels the extraordinary tale of Ching Shih, a woman who defied societal norms and rose to become the most powerful pirate lord in the annals of maritime history.In the early 19th century, Ching Shih commanded a vast fleet that dominated the South China...
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Undoubtedly, reading the entire book is invaluable for anyone interested in Mount Kailash, its surrounding regions, and the spiritual and cultural significance it holds. Whether you plan to embark on a journey to Mount Kailash, seek to gain a deeper understanding of this sacred place, or simply wish to enjoy a vicarious travel experience, this book offers a comprehensive and immersive narrative.From the moment you land in Kathmandu, the book takes...
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An acclaimed journalist on contemporary China lays bare the country's two-decade quest for global dominance and how the Chinese Communist Party coopted what Western leaders have long considered their most powerful tool in the fight for liberal democracy-capitalism-to expand its illiberal influence worldwide.
Bethany Allen, the award-winning China reporter for Axios, shows that by tying profits to political acquiescence the Chinese Communist Party...
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East Capital is buried more than eight meters deep under current Kaifeng city in Henan Province of China based on archaeological evidence. As the biggest capital in the world around 1120 AD with about 1.5 million people, the book described the capital from various angles about its location, rivers, people, Emperor, royal palace, custom, festivals, honor of guards and garrison armies etc. It was one of the best books telling about the capital. It is...
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In 1860, James Bruce (1811-63), the eighth Earl of Elgin, embarked upon a second embassy to China which aimed to obtain ratification of the Treaty of Tientsin and finally conclude the Second Opium War on terms favourable to the British. Accompanying Elgin as his private secretary was the enterprising army officer Henry Brougham Loch (1827-1900). Originally published in 1869, Loch's first-hand account of the mission reflects sustained concern over...
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If you want to discover the captivating history of the Cultural Revolution, then keep reading...The Cultural Revolution, known in full as the "Great Proletarian Cultural Revolution," was launched by Mao Zedong, the chairman of the Communist Party of China, as a means of quashing capitalism in China. He wanted to ensure that the desire for a communist government would remain strong in the country long after his death. Like other previous leaders who...
9) Watchman Nee, Witness Lee, and Living Stream Ministry: A Critical Analysis of Their Identity as C
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Embark on a thought-provoking journey with my latest release, "Watchman Nee, Witness Lee, and Living Stream Ministry: A Critical Analysis of Their Identity as Cult or Church." This meticulously researched book delves into the intriguing and often controversial world of religious identity, providing readers with a comprehensive and critical analysis of their impact on the spiritual landscape. Through an exploration of their teachings, doctrines, and...
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A balanced, accessible, and thorough history of Jingjiao, the first Christian church in China
Many people assume that the first introduction of Christianity to the Chinese was part of nineteenth-century Western imperialism. In fact, Syriac-speaking Christians brought the gospel along the Silk Road into China in the seventh century. Glen L. Thompson introduces readers to the fascinating history of this early Eastern church, referred to as Jingjiao,...
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Whether you're nostalgic for travels past or long to see the world, Jessica Mudditt's memoir is a love letter to the unique delights of backpacking. While nursing a broken heart at the age of 25, Jessica Mudditt sets off from Melbourne for a year of solo backpacking through Asia. She has spent six years at university, yet still has no idea what she is going to do with the rest of her life. She just knows that she is profoundly curious about other...
12) Jesus in Beijing: How Christianity Is Transforming China And Changing the Global Balance of Power
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This book details the great unreported story of the Chinese giant, its enormously rapid conversion to Christianity, and what this change means to the global balance of power.
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Picture yourself in China with this fun, graphic-novel inspired introduction to China, its culture and people! Ready to gain insight into Chinese culture in a fascinating way? This comprehensive introduction to Chinese culture lets you peer into what makes China unique-its people. Firsthand tips, background info, and illustrations give you graphic impressions of the real China, and allow you to get a feel for not only what it's like, but how to survive...
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"Winner of the James Henry Breasted Prize, American Historical Association" Xin Wen is assistant professor of East Asian studies and history at Princeton University.
An exciting and richly detailed new history of the Silk Road that tells how it became more important as a route for diplomacy than for trade
The King's Road offers a new interpretation of the history of the Silk Road, emphasizing its importance as a diplomatic route, rather than a...
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William Morrow, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
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[2024]
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Set against the backdrop of developing modern China, a new novel is a coming-of-age tale, part family and social drama, as it follows two generations searching for belonging and opportunity in a rapidly changing world.
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Foul lady Fortune volume 2
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Margaret K. McElderry
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[2023]
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In 1932 Shanghai, exposed national spy Rosalind Lang must rescue fellow spy, Orion, whose memories of Rosalind were wiped, and find a cure to a dangerous chemical weapon before it lands in the hand of foreign invaders.
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New Friday, a Lev Gleason imprint
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2023.
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This graphic novella recounts the true story of Zumrat Dawut, as originally published in the independent online news organization, Insider, through interviews conducted by Anthony Del Col and testimony given to the United Nations Human Rights Council. Zumrat Dawut is a mother of three in the Xinjiang autonomous region in China, who was arrested and sent to a detention facility for simply being a Muslim. There she endured brutal living conditions,...
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Dutton
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[2024]
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A powerful, heart-wrenching debut novel about ambition, survival, and our responsibility toward one another. Dixon was once an Olympic-level runner. But he missed the team by two-tenths of a second, and ever since that pain decades ago, he hasn't allowed a goal to consume him. But when his charming older brother, Nate, suggests that they attempt to be the first Black American men to summit Mount Everest, Dixon can't refuse. The brothers are determined...
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