Explores the history of China from the founding of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) to the present day. A new chapter for this edition brings the story into the era

This lavishly illustrated volume explores the history of China during a period of dramatic shifts and surprising transformations, from the founding of the Qing

This lavishly illustrated volume explores the history of China from the founding of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) through to the present day. Essential reading f

'excellent' LSE Review of Books China is the world's most populous country and newest superpower, whose place on the international stage can only be understood

China today is never out of the news: from human rights controversies and the continued legacy of Tiananmen Square, to global coverage of the Beijing Olympics,