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Shanghai: China's Gateway to Modernity,Used
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Shanghai today is a thriving, bustling metropolis. But does its avid pursuit of the modern trappings of success truly indicate that it will once again become the shining example of China's commercial and cosmopolitan culture? While history continues to unfold, eminent China scholar MarieClaire Bergre takes readers back to when Shanghai first opened to the world in 1842 to narrate the city's tumultuous and unique course to the present.Shanghai: China's Gateway to Modernity is the first comprehensive history of Shanghai in any Western language. Divided into four parts, Bergre details Shanghai's beginnings as a treaty port in the midnineteenth century; its capitalist boom following the 1911 Revolution; the fifteen years of economic and social decline initiated by the Japanese invasion in 1937, and attempts at resistance; and the city's disgraced years under Communism. Weaving together a range of archival documents and existing histories to create a global picture of Shanghai's past and present, Bergre shows that Shanghai's success was not fated, as some contend, by an evolutionary pattern set into motion long before the arrival of westerners. Rather, her account identifies the relationship between the Chinese and foreigners in Shanghaitheir interaction, cooperation, and rivalryas the driving force behind the creation of an original culture, a specific modernity, founded upon western contributions but adapted to the national Chinese culture.Eclipsed for three decades by socialism, the wheels of the Shanghai spirit began to turn in the 1990s, when the reform movement took off anew. The city is again being referred to as a model for China's current modernization drive. Although it makes no claims to what will happen next, Bergre's Shanghai stands as a compelling and definitive profile of a city whose urban history continues to be redefined, retold, and resold.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Shanghai: China's Gateway to Modernity'? A: The main theme of the book is the historical evolution of Shanghai from its opening as a treaty port in 1842 to its modern status as a thriving metropolis, exploring the interactions between Chinese culture and foreign influences throughout its history.
- Q: Who is the author of the book and what is her background? A: The author is Marie-Claire Bergère, an eminent China scholar known for her extensive research on Chinese history and culture, particularly focusing on Shanghai.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 520 pages, providing a comprehensive overview of Shanghai's history.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it easy to handle and read.
- Q: When was 'Shanghai: China's Gateway to Modernity' published? A: The book was published on December 29, 2009.
- Q: What are the key historical periods covered in the book? A: The book covers several key historical periods, including Shanghai's emergence as a treaty port, the capitalist boom after the 1911 Revolution, the economic decline during the Japanese invasion, and the city's years under Communism.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone with no prior knowledge of Chinese history? A: Yes, the book is written to be accessible to readers without prior knowledge of Chinese history, providing context and explanations for complex events.
- Q: Does the book include any archival documents? A: Yes, the book weaves together a range of archival documents and existing histories to create a comprehensive picture of Shanghai's past and present.
- Q: What is the significance of Shanghai in the context of China's modernization? A: Shanghai is often referred to as a model for China's current modernization drive, reflecting both its historical significance and its ongoing role in shaping China's economic and cultural landscape.
- Q: Are there any reviews or critical responses to the book? A: Yes, the book has received positive reviews for its thorough research and engaging narrative style, with many praising Bergère's ability to connect historical events to contemporary issues in Shanghai.