Nationalism, National Identity and Democratization in China - 9781138634312

Name: Nationalism, National Identity and Democratization in China - 9781138634312
Brand: Taylor & Francis

Taylor & Francis

Nationalism, National Identity and Democratization in ChinaAuthor(s): Baogang He\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781138634312, 978-1138634312\nSynopsis\nThis title was first published in 2000: This text aims to provide a clear understanding of the complex relationship that exists between nationalism, national identity, the state, the direction and trend of China's transition and the subsequent prospects for democratization. While describing the rise of Chinese nationalism and the accompanying discourse on Chinese national identity, it focuses on the national identity question and its impact on democratization. The text argues that Chinese nationalism is not monolithic and that popular Chinese nationalism attempts to exclude the role of the party-state in defining national identity. Most importantly, it has the potential to demand democratic reform and push for democratization in China. Nevertheless, the alliance be.