From Post-Maoism to Post-Marxism The Erosion of Official Ideology in Deng's China |
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Author:
| Misra, Kalpana |
ISBN: | 978-0-415-92033-9 |
Publication Date: | Jun 1998 |
Publisher: | Routledge
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | AUD $84.99 |
Book Description:
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This text chronicles Deng Xiaoping's institution of far-reaching and practical economic reforms that seem at odds with Communist theory and its emphasis on ideology. In fact, while Deng often turned to Mao for ideological justification of his reforms, those very reforms seemed to wear away to official ideology. Ultimately, even though the post-Mao government has fostered economic growth, improved standards of living and intellectual pluralism, these changes have resulted in a decline...
More DescriptionThis text chronicles Deng Xiaoping's institution of far-reaching and practical economic reforms that seem at odds with Communist theory and its emphasis on ideology. In fact, while Deng often turned to Mao for ideological justification of his reforms, those very reforms seemed to wear away to official ideology. Ultimately, even though the post-Mao government has fostered economic growth, improved standards of living and intellectual pluralism, these changes have resulted in a decline on the perceived legitimacy of the regime.