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The search for modern China

Book • 1990

Jonathan Spence

The Search for Modern China is a detailed historical account that spans from the 17th century to 1989, covering significant events such as the Chinese Civil War, the rise of Mao Zedong, the Cultural Revolution, and the economic reforms under Deng Xiaoping.

The book provides a balanced narrative of China's complex journey towards modernity, exploring political, social, and economic developments.

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Jordan Schneider

Doug O'Loughlin

Mentioned in 4 episodes

Recommended by

Doug O'Loughlin

, who describes it as a brilliant book, and says it might be his favorite of the year.

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Recommended by

Jordan Schneider

as a brilliant resource on Chinese history and culture.

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Recommended by Victor Shih as a book that sparked his interest in Chinese elite politics.

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Mentioned by

Tom Keene

as required reading for admission to Yale University.

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Recommended by

Jordan Schneider

as a book that got him hooked on studying China, offering a broad overview of Chinese history.

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