The Economic Theory of Developing Countries' Rise
Explaining the Myth of Rapid Economic Growth in China
1st Edition
Published on 10. June 2010
272 pages
978-0-7618-5097-7 (ISBN)
Description
The Economic Theory of Developing Countries' Rise examines the great economic development achievements of China within such a short period of time, which have surprised the world and have also raised other developing countries' hopes for catching up with developed countries. Featuring traditional political economics and Chinese characteristics of socialism, this book is about the economics of developing countries' rise, based on the case of China and focuses on catching-up economic growth theory. Thus, the book is of interest to those who wish to know more about theories, practices, policies and causes of China's economic success.
The original Chinese version has been a very influential and well-sold book written on economics in China, and has received numerous awards and accolades since it was first published in 1995. This English version is the translation of the sixth edition in Chinese, published in December 2005. Most recently, in August 2009, the Chinese book was selected and enrolled in the honorable book series - 100 Economist and their notable works impacting China's Economic Construction over the last 60 years.
The original Chinese version has been a very influential and well-sold book written on economics in China, and has received numerous awards and accolades since it was first published in 1995. This English version is the translation of the sixth edition in Chinese, published in December 2005. Most recently, in August 2009, the Chinese book was selected and enrolled in the honorable book series - 100 Economist and their notable works impacting China's Economic Construction over the last 60 years.
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Edition
1. Auflage
Language
English
Place of publication
Lanham
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
ISBN-13
978-0-7618-5097-7 (9780761850977)
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Persons
Yangsheng Zhong is the executive vice governor of Guangdong Province, P. R. China. He received a doctorate in economics from Jinan University, Guangzhou, China, where he currently serves as an adjunct professor.
Xiaohui Wang is a professor in economics and business management at Lingnan (University) College, Sun Yat-sen (Zhongshan) University, Guangzhou, China. He received his Ph. D. from the University of Minnesota.
Guangmin He is chairman of Wu Chang Fa Association (Hong Kong) and adjunct professor of England International Business School.
Xiaohui Wang is a professor in economics and business management at Lingnan (University) College, Sun Yat-sen (Zhongshan) University, Guangzhou, China. He received his Ph. D. from the University of Minnesota.
Guangmin He is chairman of Wu Chang Fa Association (Hong Kong) and adjunct professor of England International Business School.
Content
Chapter 1 About the Author
Chapter 2 About the Book
Chapter 3 A Letter to English Readers
Chapter 4 Preface by the Principal Translator
Chapter 5 Foreword (Six Version)
Chapter 6 Chapter One: Introduction: Meeting Human Need is the Highest Principle of Economic Growth
Chapter 7 Chapter Two: Development of Productivity: the Nature of Economic Growth
Chapter 8 Chapter Three: Resource Environment: Basic Constraint Condition of Economic Growth
Chapter 9 Chapter Four: Strategic Target: Driving Power of Economic Growth
Chapter 10 Chapter Five: Industrial Movement: Historical Opportunity for Latecomers' Catching-up
Chapter 11 Chapter Six: Capital Investment: the First Motivation for Economic Take-off
Chapter 12 Chapter Seven: Quality of Enterprise: The Powerful Engine for Economic Growth
Chapter 13 Chapter Eight: Industry Infrastructure: Fundamental for Sustainable Economic Growth
Chapter 14 Chapter Nine: Technological Advancement: the First Driving Force of Modern Economy Growth
Chapter 15 Chapter Ten: Opening-up: A Definite Rule for Modern Economic Growth
Chapter 16 Chapter Eleven: Strategic Mechanism: The Adjustment Tool for Economic Growth
Chapter 17 Chapter Twelve: Economic System: Institutional Conditions for Sustainable Economic Growth
Chapter 18 Chapter Thirteen: Values: Social Spiritual Conditions for Sustainable Economic Growth
Chapter 19 Chapter Fourteen: Conclusion: All-around Individual Development is the Highest Objective of Economic Development
Chapter 20 Notes
Chapter 21 Index
Chapter 2 About the Book
Chapter 3 A Letter to English Readers
Chapter 4 Preface by the Principal Translator
Chapter 5 Foreword (Six Version)
Chapter 6 Chapter One: Introduction: Meeting Human Need is the Highest Principle of Economic Growth
Chapter 7 Chapter Two: Development of Productivity: the Nature of Economic Growth
Chapter 8 Chapter Three: Resource Environment: Basic Constraint Condition of Economic Growth
Chapter 9 Chapter Four: Strategic Target: Driving Power of Economic Growth
Chapter 10 Chapter Five: Industrial Movement: Historical Opportunity for Latecomers' Catching-up
Chapter 11 Chapter Six: Capital Investment: the First Motivation for Economic Take-off
Chapter 12 Chapter Seven: Quality of Enterprise: The Powerful Engine for Economic Growth
Chapter 13 Chapter Eight: Industry Infrastructure: Fundamental for Sustainable Economic Growth
Chapter 14 Chapter Nine: Technological Advancement: the First Driving Force of Modern Economy Growth
Chapter 15 Chapter Ten: Opening-up: A Definite Rule for Modern Economic Growth
Chapter 16 Chapter Eleven: Strategic Mechanism: The Adjustment Tool for Economic Growth
Chapter 17 Chapter Twelve: Economic System: Institutional Conditions for Sustainable Economic Growth
Chapter 18 Chapter Thirteen: Values: Social Spiritual Conditions for Sustainable Economic Growth
Chapter 19 Chapter Fourteen: Conclusion: All-around Individual Development is the Highest Objective of Economic Development
Chapter 20 Notes
Chapter 21 Index
