

Souls of China
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Ian Johnson's "Souls of China" offers a profound exploration of the spiritual landscape of China.
The book delves into the diverse religious beliefs and practices that have shaped Chinese culture for centuries.
Johnson's narrative combines historical analysis with contemporary observations to provide a rich tapestry of religious life in China.
He examines the resilience of traditional faiths in the face of modernization and the rise of new religious movements.
The book offers a nuanced understanding of the complex relationship between religion and society in China.
The book delves into the diverse religious beliefs and practices that have shaped Chinese culture for centuries.
Johnson's narrative combines historical analysis with contemporary observations to provide a rich tapestry of religious life in China.
He examines the resilience of traditional faiths in the face of modernization and the rise of new religious movements.
The book offers a nuanced understanding of the complex relationship between religion and society in China.
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as a stunning book about the resurgence of faith in China after Mao's era.

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Ian Johnson, "The Souls of China: The Return of Religion After Mao" (Pantheon, 2017)
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in relation to the discussion on the duality of atheism and spirituality in China.


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