Social Attitudes in Contemporary China

Chen Yu (University of Bristol, UK), Fang Wei (University of Bristol, UK), Liqing Li (University of Bristol, UK) , Paul Morrissey (University of Bristol, UK)

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English

Routledge
15 February 2016

Black & Asian studies; Public opinion & polls

Series: Routledge Contemporary China Series

Unlike many studies of social attitudes, which are based on large scale quantitative surveys, or which focus on the attitude of elites, this book considers the views of ordinary people, and is based on in-depth, qualitative interviews. This approach results in rich, nuanced data, and is especially helpful for highlighting ambivalent attitudes, where respondents may hold positive and negative views on a particular topic, views which are liable to change. The book examines attitudes on a range of subjects of current importance, including views on nationalism and internationalism, housing preferences, and educational ambitions. Throughout, the book explores how far attitudes are influenced by traditional Chinese values or by the neo-liberal outlook fostered by recent reforms, and concludes that materialism and individualism have increased.

By: Chen Yu (University of Bristol UK), Fang Wei (University of Bristol, UK), Liqing Li (University of Bristol, UK), Paul Morrissey (University of Bristol, UK), Nie Chen (University of Bristol, UK)
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 14mm
Weight: 453g
ISBN: 9781138910690
ISBN 10: 1138910694
Series: Routledge Contemporary China Series
Pages: 218
Publication Date: 15 February 2016
Audience: College/higher education , Primary , A / AS level
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Yu Chen is a researcher at Shaan’xi Provincial Institution of Educational and Scientific Research, China. Wei Fang is a researcher at Tsinghua University, Beijing, China. Liqing Li is a freelance researcher and writer, formally of the University of Bristol, UK. Paul Morrissey is a freelance researcher and writer, formally of the University of Bristol, UK. Chen Nie is a lecturer and researcher at Beihang University, Beijing, China.

Reviews for Social Attitudes in Contemporary China

"""In this readable overview of the single child generation’s attitudes toward social change in present-day Beijing, the authors individually focus on separate topics that range from higher education, housing, and attitudes toward nationalism to the rural-urban divide over the use of digital technologies. The Chinese authors use in-depth case studies that highlight the most recent cultural trends in Beijing society. The book is at its best when the authors discuss rural and urban cultural differences as well as seek to understand some of the current social changes as being more in line with historical trends. Especially notable chapters discuss ambivalence as it pertains to youth attitudes toward online friendships and attitudes renters have toward renting and the fickleness of landlords. Summing Up: Recommended. All academic levels/libraries."" W. R. Jankowiak, University of Nevada, Las Vegas - CHOICE"