秩序與混沌: 轉型中國的「社會奇蹟亅 (The Paradox of Order and Chaos: Social Stability in Transitional China): by Chen Yingfang, Taipei, Taiwan, National Taiwan University Press, 2021, 424 pp., NT$650 (hardcover), ISBN 978-986-350-436-8; US$13.09 (eBook), ISBN 978-986-350-436-8 from Google Play. The book can be ordered from the publisher's website and other vendors

The book "The Paradox of Order and Chaos: Social Stability in Transitional China" by Chen Yingfang delves into the drivers of social transformation in post-1949 China, focusing on the 'miracle' of social stability amidst rapid economic changes. Chen's approach is tailored to China's unique circumsta...

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Publicado en:Eurasian Geography & Economics Vol. 65; no. 8; pp. 993 - 996
Autor principal: Chan, Kam Wing
Formato: Book Review
Publicado: Taylor & Francis Ltd Dec2024
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Sumario:The book "The Paradox of Order and Chaos: Social Stability in Transitional China" by Chen Yingfang delves into the drivers of social transformation in post-1949 China, focusing on the 'miracle' of social stability amidst rapid economic changes. Chen's approach is tailored to China's unique circumstances, exploring meso-level institutions that shape Chinese society. The book also discusses the transformation of urban residents into citizens and the emergence of civil society, offering valuable insights into China's social dynamics. Overall, this comprehensive analysis provides a fresh perspective on China's societal evolution and is a must-read for those studying Chinese society.