Unending Capitalism by Karl Gerth - 9780521868464

Cambridge University Press

Explore the complex relationship between consumerism and communism in China with "Unending Capitalism: How Consumerism Negated China's Communist Revolution" by Karl Gerth. This insightful book from Cambridge University Press delves into how the rise of consumer culture fundamentally altered the trajectory of China's communist revolution. Gerth, from the University of California, San Diego, provides a nuanced analysis of this critical historical and economic shift. Discover the forces that reshaped a nation's ideology and economic landscape. This hardback edition offers a comprehensive examination for students, scholars, and anyone interested in modern Chinese history and economic theory. Key aspects explored: - The impact of consumerism on communist ideology. - The historical evolution of China's economic policies. - The interplay between culture and politics in China. - Academic analysis from a leading university press. Unending Capitalism provides a thought-provoking perspective on one of the most significant transformations of the 20th century.