China Worldcraft: From Beijing: Four Concise Keywords of Chinese History You Need to Know to Deal with Chinese - Softcover

Sohn, Changho

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798985739817

Publisher: Changho Sohn, 2022

Synopsis

"A refreshing and thought provoking take on China's past."
- John Keay (Author of bestselling China: A History)

China's statecraft presents global implications. The Middle Kingdom strives for a future that actually emulates its past. But which past?

A China expert currently stationed in Beijing unlocks four keywords of Chinese history; Harmony, Evolution, Cycle, and Humiliation, showcasing what China was, is, and will be.

The book answers following questions:

• What are prominent Chinese ancient strategies still practiced by China today?
• How does dynastic business model frame China's modern economic statecraft?
• Who are historical key figures that manifest in Chinese leaders like Mao and Xi?
• What are central tenets of classic Chinese philosophies that command Chinese communism?
• How did Russia, Japan, and India shape China and what can we learn from them?
• And much more...

Written in Beijing, China Worldcraft stands out from more traditional fare written in the US. Dispensing with the time-line approach, the book thematically captures the essence of China and its history. It is an excellent stand-alone China primer or can be read as a complementary material for those more knowledgeable in the field of Chinese history and international relations. China Worldcraft comes with more than thirty complementary photos taken in 2021-2022 and upgraded maps. Get it now.

(Changho Sohn, is a senior working Korean diplomat currently in Beijing. He has J.D. from Columbia Law School and is an attorney for the State of New York. He is fluent in Chinese and able to read Chinese texts, both modern and ancient.)

Edition details

• Publisher: Changho Sohn
• Publication date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798985739817
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 270