Books for a Modern Rivalry
In an era when war is waged in terms of information more than direct attacks, having the right books on your shelf is a powerful protective arsenal.
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China Books for the New Year
With fiction and personal narratives that speak to the larger themes.
The Long and Short of Chinese History
And a new book that gets it just right.
China Books for a New President
Making sense of the many challenges Biden faces.
Neighborhood Watch
Books to understand the alliances and strategies that Asian nations form to deal with — or profit from — China’s growing clout.
History is What China Makes of It
Understanding the Chinese perspective on their own history.
The Moral Cost of Development
Listening to the voices China tries to silence.
Books to Bridge the Gap
With U.S.-China relations at a new low point, it is essential to read up on Chinese history, society and politics.
Reading When Everything Has Changed
Book recommendations for our swift-changing times, including the first on-the-ground account of life in Wuhan during the lockdown.
Making Sense of the Multipolar World
Sure, dozens of op-ed columns address it every day, but to really understand the changes already underway, you need a good book.
Essential New Reading on China
Welcome to the Books Wire — our monthly page bringing you a smorgasbord of essential new reads on China.