Visualizing Modern China
| Author | : James A. Cook |
| Publisher | : Lexington Books |
| Total Pages | : 323 |
| Release | : 2014-09-26 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9780739190449 |
| ISBN-13 | : 073919044X |
| Rating | : 4/5 (49 Downloads) |
Download or read book Visualizing Modern China written by James A. Cook and published by Lexington Books. This book was released on 2014-09-26 with total page 323 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Visualizing Modern China: Image, History, and Memory, 1750–Present offers a sophisticated yet accessible interpretation of modern Chinese history through visual imagery. With rich illustrations and a companion website, it is an ideal textbook for college-level courses on modern Chinese history and on modern visual culture. The introduction provides a methodological framework and historical overview, while the chronologically arranged chapters use engaging case studies to explore important themes. Topics include: Qing court ritual, rebellion and war, urban/rural relations, art and architecture, sports, the Chinese diaspora, state politics, film propaganda and censorship, youth in the Cultural Revolution, environmentalism, and Internet culture. Companion website: http://visualizingmodernchina.org
