Routledge Cultural Nationalism in Contemporary China - Book

Explore the complex evolution of national identity in modern China with this scholarly work from Routledge. While most literature on Chinese nationalism treats the nation and state as a single entity, this book offers a different perspective by distinguishing between the two. It examines how loyalty to the state differs from identification with the nation. Since 1989, the official definition of the nation and the state's control over naming it have faced significant challenges. This text relocates the study of nationalism into a contemporary framework. It investigates the disconnect between the people and the state, providing a deep look into how these relationships function during periods of reform. This is a vital resource for students and researchers interested in Asian history, political science, and the changing social landscape of China.