General Theory of Governing Ancient China

Author: Ji Baocheng
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Publish Date: 2006-04-01
Features: This book is adapted from the monograph Essentials of Governing Ancient China into General Principles of Governing Ancient China for use as an MPA teaching material. From the perspective of curriculum design, it holds landmark significance. It inherits thousands of years of Chinese governance thought and systems, transmitting the essence of ancient Chinese governance, reform, institutional innovation, and operation. This is crucial for the refinement of students' knowledge structures and their grasp of the key points of traditional Chinese governance. Amid the tide of Westernization and the introduction of foreign concepts and systems, it stands out as a unique contribution. It can be said that its aim is to cultivate Chinese public administrators with a profound understanding of ancient Chinese governance culture. The book is divided into an introduction, a thought section, a practice section, and an institutional section, providing an in-depth yet accessible explanation of the governance experiences and philosophies of China's dynasties throughout history. It gathers the highest level of contemporary research on ancient Chinese governance systems, thoughts, and reform practices in China. At the same time, it is expressed in plain yet engaging language, making it easy to read and understand, making it a rare and valuable book. This book is not only suitable for MPA students but also for practitioners, researchers, and other readers interested in the subject.