Are you interested in understanding China’s economic reform since 1978 and its political implications but don’t have time to read a full-length book, or ten for that matter, on the topic? This mini-book is written for you. It combines major findings and theories of the top China scholars’ with the author’s own on-the-ground interviews as well as her personal experiences growing up in the fast-changing country. The mini-book explains the five key factors of China's success in the reform era as well as examines the dark side of each of the “killer apps”. It then goes on to discuss the five hurdles for transitioning to democracy in China and the potential future for gradual democratization. This is an excellent introduction on the Chinese economic and political reform for general readers.
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