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The Penguin History of Modern China: The Fall and Rise of a Great Power, 1850-2008

3.8/5 ( ratings)

In the second half of the 19th century, China was a weak state, rocked by revolts and huge natural disasters, and humiliated by foreign invasions. Now, after a tumultuous 20th century, China is a global power. This book examines China's history to understand how the country went from also-ran to leading power.

Language: English

Pages: 762

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: Allen Lane

Release: May 10, 2022

ISBN: 0713998326

ISBN 13: 9780713998320

The Penguin History of Modern China: The Fall and Rise of a Great Power, 1850-2008

3.8/5 ( ratings)

In the second half of the 19th century, China was a weak state, rocked by revolts and huge natural disasters, and humiliated by foreign invasions. Now, after a tumultuous 20th century, China is a global power. This book examines China's history to understand how the country went from also-ran to leading power.

Language: English

Pages: 762

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: Allen Lane

Release: May 10, 2022

ISBN: 0713998326

ISBN 13: 9780713998320

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