Knowledge Production in Mao-Era China

Learning from the Masses

Autoren

• Marc Andre Matten
• Rui Kunze

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Seitenzahl

196 Seiten

Lesezeit

7 Stunden

• Geschichte
• Weltgeschichte

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Focusing on public discourse during Mao-era China, the book presents case studies in agricultural mechanization, steel production, and veterinary medicine. It highlights how the party-state adopted a pragmatist approach to modernization, emphasizing the production and dissemination of scientific and technological knowledge. The analysis reveals the complexities of state policies and their impact on various sectors, showcasing the interplay between ideology and practical advancements in a transformative historical context.

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• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2023
• Einband: Paperback