Publisher's Synopsis
What role do Chinese popular associations play in the expansion of civil society and democratization? This book examines a range of associations, from business associations to trade unions, to urban homeowners associations, women's groups against domestic violence, and rural NGOs that develop anti-poverty programs.
'This is a brilliantly written, absorbing, alarming, and I think entirely true account of a financial condition that embroils not only the United States, but the entire Western. Howard Wachtel's book has reasonably and persuasive conclusions as well as incisive and compelling analysis I hope it will be widely read-by people in business, in university life, and perhaps most important of all, by interested citizens of all kinds.' - Robert L. Heilbroner
'Not many economists have the ability to translate complex economic developments into terms readily understood by non economists, yet not be superficial' - Howard M Wachtel has this talent.' Journal of Economic Issues
