| Beijing: Geography, History, and Culture Contributor(s): Guo, Qian (Author) |
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ISBN: 1440868042 ISBN-13: 9781440868047 Publisher: ABC-CLIO OUR PRICE: $68.31 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: March 2020 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | Asia - China - Political Science | Public Policy - City Planning & Urban Development - Social Science | Sociology - Urban |
| Dewey: 951.156 |
| LCCN: 2019050091 |
| Series: Contemporary World Cities |
| Physical Information: 1.1" H x 6.2" W x 9.3" (1.60 lbs) 344 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - Chinese - Demographic Orientation - Urban |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: While it is not China's most populated city, Beijing serves an important role as the political and cultural capital of the country. This volume examines Beijing's long history, contemporary society, and current challenges the city faces as we move further into the 21st century. Geared toward high school readers, undergraduates, and general readers interested in learning about Beijing, this volume consists of 12 narrative chapters focused on geography, history, and culture. Coverage includes location, people, history, politics, economy, environment and sustainability, local crime and violence, security issues, natural hazards and emergency management, culture and lifestyle, popular culture, and the future. Life in the City sidebars feature interviews and memories transcribed by people who are from, lived in, or traveled through Beijing, while other sidebars offer cultural fun facts and travel tips. This volume is the perfect read for anyone looking to get a better idea of what life is like in Beijing and how its culture has arrived at this point. |
