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China: Alive In A Bitter Sea

by Fox Butterfield
₱391.05 Now ₱242.55 Save 38%
China: Alive In A Bitter Sea - Thryft
China: Alive In A Bitter Sea - Thryft

Insightful journey into China's multifaceted cultural landscape.

If you're curious about the immense complexity of Chinese society, "China: Alive In A Bitter Sea" offers an in-depth exploration that feels personal and comprehensive. Butterfield's book gives a unique perspective on China that highlights the contrasts between traditional and modern life, as well as the political and economic forces shaping the nation. Whether you have a keen interest in Asian cultures or love deep sociopolitical analysis, this read will satiate your intellectual appetite.

  • National Book Award for General Nonfiction (Hardcover) (1983)
  • Cornelius Ryan Award (1982)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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China: Alive In A Bitter Sea

by Fox Butterfield
₱391.05 Now ₱242.55 Save 38%
ISBN: 9780340339152
Authors: Fox Butterfield
Publisher: Trafalgar Square
Date of Publication: 1983-12-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Travel, Sociology, History, Politics
Related Topics: Asia, History, Social Issues, World History, Sociology, Politics
Goodreads rating: 4.13
(rated by 117 readers)

Description

Covers every aspect of Chinese from farm to industry, education, to politics. Penetrates the soul of this intricate and mysterious nation.
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Book Condition Guide

Books in Like New Condition

This book may contain very minor cosmetic defects, but it is in pristine condition. There should be no yellowing, no foxing, no water damage, and no annotations of any kind on the cover and the pages. For paperbacks, there should not be any crease marks on the spine. This book is good as new — lucky you!

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

Books in Very Good Condition

This book has been used, but it is still in a clean condition. There should be no foxing or annotations of any kind on the inner pages, but a sparse amount may be present on the cover, title pages, or outside edges of the book. There should be no water damage of any kind. For paperbacks, there may be light crease marks on the spine.

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

Books in Good Condition

We do our best to ensure the quality of our books, but there is no escaping the wear and tear that comes with time. Slight foxing and some annotations may be present on the pages and the cover. There should be no water damage of any kind. For paperbacks, there may be several crease marks on the spine.

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

Books in Well Read Condition

This is a well-read book, which means that the previous owner probably really enjoyed it! The cover and pages may include moderate foxing and annotations, but the text is not obscured and still readable. Moderate cosmetic defects and minor water damage may be present on the edges of the book. For paperbacks, there may be multiple crease marks on the spine.

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

 

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Insightful journey into China's multifaceted cultural landscape.

If you're curious about the immense complexity of Chinese society, "China: Alive In A Bitter Sea" offers an in-depth exploration that feels personal and comprehensive. Butterfield's book gives a unique perspective on China that highlights the contrasts between traditional and modern life, as well as the political and economic forces shaping the nation. Whether you have a keen interest in Asian cultures or love deep sociopolitical analysis, this read will satiate your intellectual appetite.

  • National Book Award for General Nonfiction (Hardcover) (1983)
  • Cornelius Ryan Award (1982)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.