Ritual and Economy in Metropolitan China: A Global Social Science Approach

This book explores how Shenzhen,a highly globalized metropolis in China,has blended traditional social structures with dynamic entrepreneurship and urban self-organization to support its economic modernization. It highlights the significance of traditional Chinese culture in this process and its implications for the future of Chinese culture and economic engagement in a globalized world.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 248 pages
\n Publication date: 27 October 2020
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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Shenzhen, a bustling metropolis in China, stands as a remarkable example of globalization and a hub of high-tech industries. As a melting pot of migrants from various parts of China, it has also become a vibrant center of cultural creativity. In the early stages of Shenzhen's development, this cultural creativity was closely linked to the resilience of traditional social structures in the migrant 'urban villages.' However, as the city continues to evolve, these structures have seamlessly merged with the formal frameworks of urban governance and politics, fostering dynamic entrepreneurship and urban self-organization.

This book delves into these transformative developments, shedding light on the crucial role that traditional social structures and traditional Chinese culture have played in China's economic modernization. It explores how these elements have influenced the city's growth, innovation, and adaptability in a globalized world. The book further examines the implications of these developments for the future of Chinese culture and Chinese economic engagement on a global scale.

Shenzhen's journey serves as a testament to the enduring significance of cultural heritage and the adaptability of traditional values in the face of rapid change. It highlights the importance of preserving and nurturing these cultural assets as China continues to navigate its path toward economic prosperity and global influence. By understanding the dynamics between traditional social structures and cultural creativity, Shenzhen offers valuable insights into the complex interplay between culture, society, and economic development.

\n Weight: 482g\n
Dimension: 161 x 241 x 20 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781138391970\n \n