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Comprehensive journey through China's tumultuous modern history.
If you're intrigued by the monumental shifts in global power dynamics and how a nation reinvents itself, "The Penguin History of Modern China" by Jonathan Fenby might be right up your alley. It thoroughly examines China's transformation from the mid-19th century to the 21st, making it a must-read for history buffs or anyone interested in understanding the forces that have shaped today's geopolitical landscape. Fenby's meticulous research delivers an engaging, authoritative narrative that illuminates the complexities of China's past and present.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9780141020099
Authors:
Jonathan Fenby
Publisher: Penguin UK
Date of Publication: 2009-03-24
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.91
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Comprehensive journey through China's tumultuous modern history.
If you're intrigued by the monumental shifts in global power dynamics and how a nation reinvents itself, "The Penguin History of Modern China" by Jonathan Fenby might be right up your alley. It thoroughly examines China's transformation from the mid-19th century to the 21st, making it a must-read for history buffs or anyone interested in understanding the forces that have shaped today's geopolitical landscape. Fenby's meticulous research delivers an engaging, authoritative narrative that illuminates the complexities of China's past and present.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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