Routledge Social Movements in Taiwan's Democratic Transition 1980-2000

This scholarly work examines the dynamic relationships between activists and Taiwan's evolving political landscape during a transformative period spanning 1980 to 2000. The book provides an in-depth analysis of three major social movements, investigating why the labor and environmental movements progressively distanced themselves from partisan politics whilst the women's movement moved in the opposite direction. Drawing on comprehensive research and comparative methodology, the author explores fundamental theoretical questions about social activism and political change. The work offers readers a nuanced understanding of how grassroots movements shaped and responded to Taiwan's democratic transition, making it an essential resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in Asian political history, social movements, and the complex interplay between civil society and institutional change during critical periods of democratic development.