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Book SynopsisThis book examines the politics, philosophy, and history of Chinese power, focusing on social, strategic, and diplomatic trends that have shaped China for over three thousand years. By probing political and philosophical trends, it provides an alternative analysis for the rise of contemporary China.
Trade ReviewThe Politics and Philosophy of Chinese Power: The Timeless and the Timely is essential reading if one seeks to understand the forces transforming the 21st Century. It is another erudite exploration and evaluation by R. James Ferguson and Rosita Dellios of the qualities that have allowed Chinese civilization to shape a world order that many can still only address in outmoded stereotypes. The reader is left with a profound sense of a Confucian-Daoist tradition of thought culture. It is one which influences Chinese priorities in the human and natural world in unfamiliar ways, addressing global challenges. Chinese evolving strategic resources give it an essential role in multilateral governance. -- Reginald Little, International Confucian Association
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Timeliness: Using the Past to Change the Present Chapter 2 Embracing Shi: The Timely Configuration of Power as Skilful Means Chapter 3 Imperial Stratagems:The Polycentric Mediation of Power Chapter 4 The Use And Abuse of Nationalism: Empowering the Republic? Chapter 5 People’s Party, People’s Army: The Dialectics of Revolution Chapter 6 From Comprehensive National Power to Competitive Regionalism Chapter 7 Unicorns and Dragons - The Search for Chinese Strategic Culture
