Overview

This book provides an understanding of Chinese values through the Beijing Olympic Games. It examines Chinese culture through the prism of one of the most important international events in recent memory. It also investigates the ancient and modern Chinese history, through both Eastern and Western perspectives, to provide a better understanding of contemporary China. 1. The creative transformation of traditional Chinese culture 2. Social government and human values 3. The national mentality 4. The volunteer service and the spirit of volunteerism

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Author:   Huiling Feng ,  Enrich Professional Publishing ,  Huiling Feng
Publisher:   Enrich Professional Publishing
Imprint:   Enrich Professional Publishing
Dimensions:   Width: 17.80cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 25.40cm
Weight:   0.850kg
ISBN:  

9789814298667

ISBN 10:   9814298662
Pages:   336
Publication Date:   10 October 2010
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 The Beijing Olympic Games and the Creative Transformation of Traditional Chinese Culture Chapter 2 The Beijing Olympic Games, Traditional Culture and Its Global Significance Chapter 3 The Beijing Olympic Games: Chinese Elements and Their Modern Value Chapter 4 The Beijing Olympics, Carnival Culture and Commonwealth Spirit Chapter 5 The Beijing Olympic Games, the Athletic Spirit and the Beauty of Mankind Chapter 6 The Beijing Olympic Games, Social Government and Human Values Chapter 7 The Beijing Olympic Games and the National Mentality Chapter 8 The Beijing Olympics and the Citizens' Accomplishments Chapter 9 The Beijing Olympics, the Volunteer Service and the Spirit of Volunteerism Chapter 10 A Letter to the Future - Recollecting the Beijing Paralympic Games Chapter 11 The Beijing Olympics, National Image and Media Policy Chapter 12 The Beijing Olympic Games, Nationalism, and Big Power Diplomacy

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Enrich Professional Publishing (EPP) specializes in academic and reference works on the economic and financial changes taking place in China. We promote a better understanding of modern China and the impact of the rise of this new economic superpower. Through our partnerships with Chinese universities, we are the leading publisher translating the work into English of Chinese economic and financial scholars. In print or digitally, EPP provides the essential tools to better understand the economic policies of New China.

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