
Beijing
Geography, History, and Culture
Qian Guo(Author)
ABC-CLIO (Publisher)
Published on 17. March 2020
Book
Hardback
344 pages
978-1-4408-6804-7 (ISBN)
Description
This comprehensive volume examines contemporary life and history in Beijing, covering such topics as culture, politics, economics, crime, security, the environment, and more.
While it is not China's most populated city, Beijing serves an important role as the political and cultural capital of the country. This volume examines Beijing's long history, contemporary society, and current challenges the city faces as we move further into the 21st century.
Geared toward high school readers, undergraduates, and general readers interested in learning about Beijing, this volume consists of 12 narrative chapters focused on geography, history, and culture. Coverage includes location, people, history, politics, economy, environment and sustainability, local crime and violence, security issues, natural hazards and emergency management, culture and lifestyle, popular culture, and the future. "Life in the City" sidebars feature interviews and memories transcribed by people who are from, lived in, or traveled through Beijing, while other sidebars offer cultural fun facts and travel tips.
This volume is the perfect read for anyone looking to get a better idea of what life is like in Beijing and how its culture has arrived at this point.
While it is not China's most populated city, Beijing serves an important role as the political and cultural capital of the country. This volume examines Beijing's long history, contemporary society, and current challenges the city faces as we move further into the 21st century.
Geared toward high school readers, undergraduates, and general readers interested in learning about Beijing, this volume consists of 12 narrative chapters focused on geography, history, and culture. Coverage includes location, people, history, politics, economy, environment and sustainability, local crime and violence, security issues, natural hazards and emergency management, culture and lifestyle, popular culture, and the future. "Life in the City" sidebars feature interviews and memories transcribed by people who are from, lived in, or traveled through Beijing, while other sidebars offer cultural fun facts and travel tips.
This volume is the perfect read for anyone looking to get a better idea of what life is like in Beijing and how its culture has arrived at this point.
Reviews / Votes
This authoritative account is a valuable resource for secondary and undergraduate students, business leaders, travelers, and general readers seeking substantive, up-to-date background on this world city. * Library Journal * Highly recommended. General readers, lower-division undergraduates, and two-year program students. * Choice *More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Target group
College/higher education
Primary & secondary/elementary & high school
Illustrations
15 bw illus
Dimensions
Height: 240 mm
Width: 161 mm
Thickness: 23 mm
Weight
681 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4408-6804-7 (9781440868047)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Person
Qian Guo, PhD, is associate professor of geography in the Department of Geography and Environment at San Francisco State University.
Content
Series Foreword
Preface
Chronology
Chapter 1
Location
Chapter 2
People
Chapter 3
History
Chapter 4
Politics
Chapter 5
Economy
Chapter 6
Environment and Sustainability
Chapter 7
Local Crime and Violence
Chapter 8
Security Issues
Chapter 9
Natural Hazards and Emergency Management
Chapter 10
Culture and Lifestyle
Chapter 11
Beijing in Pop Culture
Chapter 12
The Future
Bibliography
Index
Preface
Chronology
Chapter 1
Location
Chapter 2
People
Chapter 3
History
Chapter 4
Politics
Chapter 5
Economy
Chapter 6
Environment and Sustainability
Chapter 7
Local Crime and Violence
Chapter 8
Security Issues
Chapter 9
Natural Hazards and Emergency Management
Chapter 10
Culture and Lifestyle
Chapter 11
Beijing in Pop Culture
Chapter 12
The Future
Bibliography
Index

