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Recharging China: War and Revolution, 1882-1955

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China has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past century, from a decaying empire to a modern nation-state. This book provides a comprehensive account of this transformation, drawing on a wealth of new research to provide a detailed analysis of the political, economic, and social forces that shaped China's development during this tumultuous period.

Recharging China in War and Revolution, 1882–1955

by Ying Jia Tan

5 out of 5

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The book begins by examining the decline of the Qing dynasty in the late 19th century. The Qing had ruled China for over two centuries, but by the end of the 1800s, the dynasty was weak and corrupt. This weakness allowed foreign powers to intervene in China's affairs, leading to a series of humiliating defeats for the Qing government.

The Qing's weakness also led to a growing sense of nationalism among the Chinese people. This nationalism was fueled by a number of factors, including the foreign powers' intervention in China and the Qing government's inability to protect its citizens. Nationalism played a major role in the Xinhai Revolution of 1911, which overthrew the Qing dynasty and established the Republic of China.

The Republic of China was a period of great instability. The new government was weak and divided, and China was plagued by warlords and bandits. This instability led to a number of foreign interventions, including the Japanese invasion of Manchuria in 1931 and the Second Sino-Japanese War from 1937 to 1945.

The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) emerged as a major force in Chinese politics during the 1920s. The CCP was founded in 1921 by a group of young intellectuals who were inspired by the Russian Revolution. The CCP initially allied itself with the Kuomintang (KMT),the Nationalist Party, but the two parties soon split over the issue of land reform. The CCP eventually defeated the KMT in the Chinese Civil War, and the People's Republic of China was founded in 1949.

The People's Republic of China has undergone a number of significant changes since its founding. The country has experienced rapid economic growth, and it has become a major player on the world stage. However, China also faces a number of challenges, including environmental pollution, income inequality, and political repression.

Recharging China: War and Revolution, 1882-1955 is a comprehensive and authoritative account of China's transformation from a decaying empire to a modern nation-state. The book provides a detailed analysis of the political, economic, and social forces that shaped China's development during this tumultuous period. This book is an essential resource for anyone who wants to understand China's past, present, and future.

Recharging China in War and Revolution, 1882–1955

by Ying Jia Tan

5 out of 5