Review of Barme and Goldkorn, eds., Civilising China: China Story Yearbook 2013 (The China Journal 2015) (original) (raw)

The book review discusses "Civilising China: China Story Yearbook 2013," edited by Geremie Barmé and others, which offers a comprehensive overview of the significant events in China post the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party. It examines various subjects such as politics, corruption, and cultural shifts through interdisciplinary scholarly contributions, highlighting the ongoing discourse on what constitutes a "civilized" China amidst the Communist Party's evolving narrative. The reviewer emphasizes the book's value as a teaching aid and its accessibility in e-format, while also pointing out its innovative approach to understanding regional dynamics, particularly in the context of Tibet and Xinjiang.