Chinese Grand Strategy and Maritime Power / Edition 1

by Thomas M. Kane

Overview

This challenging new book argues that the People's Republic of China is pursuing a long-term strategy to extend its national power by sea.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780714652825
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	05/01/2002
Series:	Cass Series: Naval Policy and History , #16
Pages:	174
Product dimensions:	6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d)

Table of Contents

this stimulating book does serve as a wake up call.

- Warships International Fleet Review

Editorial Reviews

Kane (international politics, U. of Hull, UK; he's also participated in exercises and observed training with the Royal Navy and the US Army) argues that China is following a long-term strategy to create a navy with global reach. The details of recent diplomatic rhetoric are explored and situated within the context of Chinese navy history from ancient times through the humiliation of the Opium War. Sources include books and journals, including the , and the . Distributed in the US by ISBS. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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