Author Description
This Dictionary Defines Critical Terms Relating To China's Politics Since 1949. It Comprises Succinct Definitions Covering Core Political Structures, Ideologies, And Practices, As Well As Individuals, Groups, And Concerns That Are Essential To Them. Covering The Full Spectrum Of Chinese Politics, Authoritative And Up-to-date Entries Include Charm Offensive, Cybersecurity, Hukou System, Silk Road, And United Nations Peacekeeping Operations. Chris Ogden.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This dictionary serves as a comprehensive reference tool for understanding the complex political landscape and international relations of China from 1949 to the present. Author Chris Ogden, a scholar specializing in Asian politics, utilizes his academic background to curate a lexicon that clarifies the terminology defining China's governance, ideological frameworks, and global diplomatic posture. The work provides a structured approach to navigating the specific vocabulary required to analyze the Chinese state's internal operations and external engagements.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Definitions of core political structures, ideologies, and governing practices
- Entries on influential individuals, political groups, and contemporary concerns
- Contextual explanations for terms like Hukou system, cybersecurity, and the Silk Road
Scope Limits
- The text focuses primarily on the period from 1949 onward
- It does not provide exhaustive historical analysis of pre-1949 political theory
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and students of international relations frequently cite this work as a reliable, accessible resource for clarifying the specific jargon associated with Chinese governance. Readers note that the dictionary's concise entries provide a necessary foundation for navigating the dense political discourse surrounding modern China.
Page Count:
0
Publication Date:
1900-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press,
ISBN-10:
0191848123
ISBN-13:
9780191848124
Politics
International relations
Reference
China Studies