A History of the Political System of China (Second Edition)

Author: Zhang Chuangxin
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: This book conducts an in-depth study on the emergence, development, and changes of political systems from the pre-Qin period to the establishment of the People's Republic of China. It covers the pathways and characteristics of the formation of the Chinese state and their impact on later generations, the evolution of the system of head of state, the historical types and respective features of the transformation between central and local governments, as well as the historical reasons for such transformations. It also examines the emergence, development, and historical evolution of the government's supervisory system. The historical management mechanisms of state officials, including selection systems, official staffing, performance evaluations, and retirement systems, are explored. Additionally, the book discusses the governance methods of historical rulers. Compared to other similar textbooks, this book places greater emphasis on integrating political science and historical theory, focusing on deep analysis and pattern-based understanding of historical political systems based on historical records. It also proposes new insights in fundamental theoretical aspects.