Kissinger, Henry
On China
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141049427
- author:
- Kissinger, Henry
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 624
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 13 x 3.2 cm
- Genre:
- History, Countries & Regions, Asia
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
This sweeping history of China offers a unique perspective on the country's approach to diplomacy and strategy, drawing on the author's decades-long relationship with Chinese leaders. Henry Kissinger examines how China has navigated its complex past and its place in the world, shedding light on pivotal events such as the initial encounters with European powers, the Sino-Soviet alliance, and Richard Nixon's historic trip to Beijing.
From the classical era to the present day, Kissinger illuminates the inner workings of Chinese diplomacy, revealing the country's distinctive approach to international relations. He reflects on the consequences of China's actions for the global balance of power in the 21st century, providing a nuanced understanding of this increasingly important nation.
With a focus on the decades since the rise of Mao Zedong, Kissinger provides a detailed analysis of key episodes in Chinese foreign policy, shedding new light on the complexities of China's modern relations with the West.
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