The Theory of Chinese Modernization

This open access book explores China's unique path to modernization, highlighting its journey from ancient civilization to modern society. It examines China's efforts from the mid-19th century's internal and external struggles to its contemporary economic achievements. The book covers historical, social, and economic aspects, emphasizing the balance between autonomous development and global integration. It explains how China has adapted and refined its modernization principles over time. The book is ideal for academics, researchers, and students in sociology, political science, and economics, as well as policymakers and professionals in international development. The content is accessible yet detailed, catering to both new and seasoned scholars. With insightful analysis and practical implications, the book is a significant contribution to the study of modernization and social development.

This book is open access, which means that you have free and unlimited access A ground breaking study that examines China's path to modernity from 1949 to 2020 The first book thoroughly examines how China has balanced modernization principles with its national conditions Offers valuable insights into China's unique modernization journey amongst global development studies

Autorentext

Zhongmin Wu, born in 1959 in Qingdao, China, is a distinguished scholar holding the title of First-Class Professor at the National Philosophy and Social Sciences of China. He serves as a leading expert at the Expert Research Center of the Party School of the Central Committee of CPC and is also a member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC).

Inhalt

1. What Does Modernization Signify?.- 2. New Trends in Modernization.- 3. The "V-Shaped" Evolutionary Trajectory of Modernization in Modern and Contemporary China.- 4. Planning and Modernization in China.- 5. The Multiplicative Effects of China's Modernization.- 6. The Advantages and Disadvantages of Late Development.- 7. Valuable Historical Heritage and China's Modernization.- 8. The Evolution and Issues of China's Elite Groups.- 9. The Synergistic Interaction between Chinese Modernization and Global Modernization.- 10. Adverse International Factors Facing China's Modernization and the Countermeasures.- 11. Social Justice and the Modernization of China.