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A Different Perspective, February 9, 2008
This review is from: China Rising: Peace, Power, and Order in East Asia (Hardcover)
China may be the United States' "strategic rival," but Kang prefers to examine East Asia's political forces from a non-realist point of view. In other words, Kang argues that the region's countries are accommodating - rather than balancing - China's economic, military, and political rise. This is a refreshing theoretical perspective in a time when realism appears to be the norm.
My only complaint with Kang's book is that it's riddled with grammatical and spelling errors. This is simply unacceptable for an academic publication, and it makes me think that Kang was eager to have his book published as soon as possible.
However, Kang's ideas are presented logically and are expressed well, making "China Rising" an enjoyable read for anyone who's interested in the political economy of East Asia.
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Great!, February 8, 2008
This review is from: China Rising: Peace, Power, and Order in East Asia (Hardcover)
A must have for anyone doing business in China or one just interested in the world economy.
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