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Routledge Irony, Cynicism and the Chinese State - Book

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Explore the complex social dynamics of modern China through this academic volume from the Routledge Contemporary China Series. As unprecedented social changes continue to reshape the nation, ordinary people face growing contradictions in their daily lives. This book examines how individuals navigate the space between official government discourses and popular perspectives. Through a collection of detailed ethnographies, this work looks at how irony and cynicism function as part of the social life within local communities. It provides a deep look into how people manage different representations of China's past and future while using diverse moral frameworks to guide their actions. Written by a group of anthropologists specializing in China, this volume offers a unique look at social action in relation to the contemporary Chinese state. It is an essential resource for students and professionals interested in the social sciences, anthropology, and the sociological shifts occurring in China today.

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Part of the respected Routledge Contemporary China Series for academic depth.

Includes various ethnographies written by expert anthropologists specializing in China.

Examines how irony and cynicism act as tools within local social actions.

Analyzes the tension between official state discourse and popular viewpoints.

Provides insight into the diverse moral frameworks used by people in China.

Explores how social change impacts the daily lives of local communities.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1138943142
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Medical, Legal & Social Sciences > Anthropology & Sociology
Domain: Amazon UK
Publication Date: 26 November 2015
Listed Since: 08 June 2015

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