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Lawrence Zhang, "Power for a Price: The Purchase of Official Appointments in Qing China" (Harvard UP, 2023)

New Books in East Asian Studies

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Desperation to Buy a Position

A father's desperation to secure a position for his son in Qing China leads to rule-breaking and consequences for all involved, highlighting the significance of seniority and early entry into positions.

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