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Cora Lingling Xu, "The Time Inheritors: How Time Inequalities Shape Higher Education Mobility in China" (SUNY Press, 2025)

New Books in Sociology

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Education and Time Inequalities in China

This chapter examines the differing views on education between disadvantaged rural individuals and affluent urban families, focusing on feelings of indebtedness versus entitlement. It highlights how these perspectives shape educational experiences and career trajectories, particularly in the context of family resource allocation. The chapter further explores the impact of time management and access to opportunities in higher education, emphasizing how these factors perpetuate inequalities in career aspirations and accomplishments.

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