In 1850, China was the 'sick man of Asia'. Now it is set to become the most powerful nation on earth. For 150 years China has endured as victim of oppression, w

In 1850, China was the 'sick man of Asia'. Now it is set to become the most powerful nation on earth.The Penguin History of Modern China shows how turbulent tha

WINNER OF THE AMERICAN HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION'S JOHN K. FAIRBANK PRIZE SHORTLISTED FOR THE CUNDHILL HISTORY PRIZE 2017 'This is the finest single-volume history

Clear and engaging, this is the definitive history of China, one of the most important political, economic, and cultural players in the modern world. 8-page col

In 1850, China was the 'sick man of Asia'. Now it is set to become the most powerful nation on earth. The Penguin History of Modern China shows how turbulent th