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Privatizing China: Socialism From Afar
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Everyday Life In China Is Increasingly Shaped By A Novel Mix Of Neoliberal And Socialist Elements, Of Individual Choices And State Objectives. This Combination Of Selfdetermination And Socialism From Afar Has Incited Profound Changes In The Ways Individuals Think And Act In Different Spheres Of Society.Covering A Vast Range Of Daily Lifefrom Homeowner Organizations And The Users Of Internet Cafes To Selfdirected Professionals And Informed Consumersthe Essays In Privatizing China Create A Compelling Picture Of The Burgeoning Awareness Of Selfgoverning Within The Postsocialist Context. The Introduction By Aihwa Ong And Li Zhang Presents Assemblage As A Concept For Studying China As A Unique Postsocialist Society Created Through Interactions With Global Forms.The Authors Conduct Their Ethnographic Fieldwork In A Spectrum Of Domainsfamily, Community, Real Estate, Business, Taxation, Politics, Labor, Health, Professions, Religion, And Consumptionthat Are Infiltrated By New Techniques Of The Self And Yet Also Regulated By Broader Socialist Norms. Privatizing China Gives Readers A Grounded, Finegrained Intimacy With The Variety And Complexity Of Everyday Conduct In China'S Turbulent Transformation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What are the main themes explored in 'Privatizing China: Socialism from Afar'? A: The book examines the intersection of neoliberal and socialist elements in everyday life in China, focusing on self-determination, state objectives, and the impact on individual choices across various societal spheres.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Li Zhang, who conducts ethnographic research, and it includes an introduction by Aihwa Ong, both of whom provide insights into China's unique postsocialist context.
- Q: What is the format and condition of the book? A: This product is a new paperback edition of 'Privatizing China: Socialism from Afar', with 296 pages.
- Q: When was 'Privatizing China: Socialism from Afar' published? A: The book was published on February 28, 2008.
- Q: What types of topics are covered in the essays within the book? A: The essays cover a diverse range of topics, including family, community, real estate, business, taxation, politics, labor, health, professions, religion, and consumer behavior in the postsocialist context.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Privatizing China' is suitable for academic study as it provides ethnographic insights and theoretical frameworks relevant to the fields of sociology, anthropology, and development studies.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of everyday life in China, including how neoliberal practices and socialist norms interact in various domains.
- Q: Does the book include any case studies or real-life examples? A: Yes, the essays within the book include ethnographic case studies that illustrate real-life examples of self-governance and social behavior in contemporary China.
- Q: What is the target audience for 'Privatizing China: Socialism from Afar'? A: The target audience includes scholars, students, and anyone interested in Chinese society, postsocialism, and the effects of globalization on social structures.
- Q: Are there any notable features of the book? A: One notable feature of the book is its concept of assemblage, which is introduced to help readers analyze China's postsocialist society through the lens of global interactions.