Ep. 6: Spy Novels, True Thriller
The China Books podcast talks to Adam Brookes, author of a China spy novel trilogy and a WWII non-fiction thriller, about writing on China for...
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The Reverse Migrants
After decades of urbanization and economic development, a cohort of China's population is seeking rural refuge and personal development instead — moving back to the...
Jianying Zha’s China Bookshelf
The writer and cultural commentator picks five titles from her shelf, from Henry Kissinger’s transcripts to a Cultural Revolution memoir — and tells us what...
From the Mines to the Glaciers
Coal energy fired China’s explosive growth. But its emissions contributed to the melting of Himalayan ice. In photographs from a new exhibit, a picture speaks...
What China’s Reading: How Past Reflects Present
Chinese literature has a long tradition of using history to discuss contemporary affairs. Our columnist picks five recent titles that do just that, from Shang...
A Game of Cat and Mouse
In a graphic novel rendition of his life, the acclaimed artist reflects on the Chinese zodiac, its connection to his own family story, and the...
Ep. 5: China’s Slowing Growth
After decades of unprecedented growth, China’s economy is now facing serious challenges. Two economists break down these obstacles, and predict what lies ahead.
Sunset of the Economists
Two decades ago, China’s reformist economists walked the halls of power and dictated policy. Now, they have been side-lined in favor of a new priority:...
Arthur Kroeber on China’s Economic Jigsaw
An expert on the Chinese economy tells us why — contrary to media coverage — China’s growth has not yet hit a wall, though it...
China’s Economy: Cassandra vs. Pollyanna
Some analysts are performing an autopsy on the Chinese economy. Others say it has never had more potential for growth. Who will win in this...
Ellen La Motte: An American Nurse in Peking
In 1916, an American activist and writer traveled to China from the frontlines of World War I. What she saw in the city delighted her;...
Party Man
China’s first paramount leader since Mao is, for all the ink spilled on him, a black box. But behind the speculation over his intent, Xi...