History of Modern Chinese Democratic Thought

Author: Xiong Yuezhi
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Publish Date: 2002-10-01
Features: This book takes the democratic thought in politics as the central theme, while also exploring other democratic concepts, covering a broad range of topics from people to events. It delves into the ideas of women's liberation, uncovering the subtle yet significant arguments of various thinkers, and details the banners of Qiu Jin, as well as The Bell of the Women's World and The Tears of the Women's World, and even the criticism of loyalty and chastity during the May Fourth Movement. It is far more detailed and compelling than general political or intellectual histories. The suffering of Chinese women under feudalism was extremely cruel, and the advocacy for women's liberation in modern times was a crucial step in extending political democracy to social democracy. The author emphasizes this point, showing keen insight. However, the book seems to overlook some individuals with rich democratic ideas and actions, such as Tao Chengzhang, Zhu Zhixin, and Ning Diyuan, which appears to be a oversight. This is a book rich in material, clear in argument, and vivid in style, reflecting the author's skill in learning and thinking. Its publication will give readers a sense of a brisk and dynamic era.