China Development

Sex and World Peace unsettles a variety of assumptions in political and security discourse, demonstrating that the security of women is a vital factor in the security of the state and its incidence of conflict and war. Harnessing an immense amount of data, the authors call attention to discrepancies between national laws protecting women and the enforcement of those laws, and they note the adverse effects on state security of abnormal sex ratios favoring males, the practice of polygamy, and inequitable realities in family law, among other gendered aggressions.

A groundbreaking review of China's historic urbanization and an analysis of the opportunities and hazards ahead for the world's most populous nation. China's accelerating urbanisation is approaching a critical stage, and how this is managed will have wide ramifications for the outcomes of many of China's present development challenges, according to United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in China's 2013 National Human Development Report (NHDR).

Dexter Roberts lived in Beijing for two decades working as a reporter on economics, business and politics for Bloomberg Businessweek. In The Myth of Chinese Capitalism, Roberts explores the reality behind today's financially-ascendant China and pulls the curtain back on how the Chinese manufacturing machine is actually powered.

This all-time classic is still perhaps the most prestigious and influential book of strategy in the world, as eagerly studied in Asia by modern politicians and executives as it has been by military leaders since ancient times. As a study of the anatomy of organizations in conflict, The Art of War applies to competition and conflict in general, on every level from the interpersonal to the international. Its aim is invincibility, victory without battle, and unassailable strength through understanding the physics, politics, and psychology of conflict.

In the last few years, China's aid program has leapt out of the shadows. But China's tradition of secrecy about its aid fueled rumors and speculation, making it difficult to gauge the risks and opportunities provided by China's growing embrace. This well-timed book, by one of the world's leading experts, provides the first comprehensive account of China's aid and economic cooperation overseas. Deborah Brautigam tackles the myths and realities, explaining what the Chinese are doing, how they do it, how much aid they give, and how it all fits into their "going global" strategy.

In the classic tradition of Sun Tzu's The Art of War, here for the first time in English is the timeless wisdom of China's greatest emperor, Tang Taizong (AD 598-649), which will show anyone who leads or manages how to achieve unparalleled results and an enduring legacy.

Brushstrokes in Time, written by Sylvia Vetta, is a memoir of fictional Chinese artist, Little Winter, written for her American daughter. It takes the story of Communist China beyond the death of Mao and for the first time in fiction shows the birth of the radical art movement, The Stars, in 1979. Her haunting love story connects us to this time of hope for freedom of expression in China, and to a man frustrated by "being kept in small shoes".

A soaring story that will sweep listeners from the docks of China to the court of Kublai Khan as young Haoyou learns to ride the winds strapped to a great scarlet kite in the traveling circus of the Great Miao.

Este libro te acercará al conocimiento compartido libremente y a la experiencia de un hombre que sigue abriéndose paso a través del fango de la mente. Embárcate con nosotros en un viaje que, a lo largo de milenios, muchos han emprendido. Un viaje hacia la paz mental mediante la observación de la mente y la respiración. Algo tan sencillo -tan poderoso- que convierte a los guerreros en artífices de la paz.

An American music icon is on a collision course with the world's two superpowers when trying to save a Chinese baby from death. Haunted by a troubled past and betrayed by the people closest to her, she is set to win against those determined to silence her.

个孩子的妈妈中英文女作家王蕤Annie Wang经历了经历了顺产剖宫产美国加州医院产子中国上海医院产子她用亲身经历告诉你不一样的中美生育体验和她在孩子的孕育过程中探索出的中西合璧的育儿之道她用敏锐的眼光和洞察力把中西方的理念与经验相结合从科学认知风俗习惯文化心理自身经验讲到讲了中美育儿各自可取的地方全方位解析了准妈妈的困惑

Many people are curious about China, yet somehow that curiosity has not translated into a better understanding of this remarkable culture and its countless stories. China Simplified books explore the language, history, and more in quick-listen, engaging formats making the country and culture super-accessible for a busy world; "untangling the noodles" for you!

This book was written from an American perspective. It was the result of the author's own dating experiences, background, and his travel to some Asian countries, and his ongoing research. Thus, it reflects not only his knowledge and research, but also the deep-seated knowledge of brilliant and renowned experts with years of experience in their field. Are you single, divorced, or divorcing? Are you interested in learning new techniques and secrets about how to take your sex life in a new direction and to new heights? If so, Bellevue has written this unique book with you in mind.

The heroes and heroines of myth and folklore always have to overcome extraordinary challenges: and more often than not, these challenges involve a giant, a ghost, or a goblin. Jerry Nelson, the voice behind some of the most famous characters in children's television, including Sesame Street's Count von Count, narrates this action-packed collection. His inventive repertoire of growling giants and squeaky goblins will delight young listeners as the drama of the stories sets their imaginations on fire.

This book introduces you to knowledge through the experience of one man who continues to toil the mire of the mind. Join him, and others, on the journey that untold numbers have ventured throughout the millennia. A journey to peace of mind through the observance of breath and thoughts. Simple, yet powerful, it transforms warriors into peacemakers.

Monkey Business expounds highly effective and simplistic principles of entrepreneurial success in the form of an enchanting and inspirational fable about a little monkey named Blu. Despite being one of the poorest monkeys in his town, Blu was determined to build a successful banana business. Blu represents every aspiring entrepreneur and small business owner who may be poor in resources but rich in determination, passion, and drive to succeed against all odds.

Stress, tension and anxiety can make us miss out on all the positive life offers us every day, and they take their toll health-wise. This series of relaxation exercises is intended to bring the listener to a state of complete relaxation through simple, efficient and proven techniques. Each script will guide you and provide tools you can use anytime you are subjected to pressure, be it work-related or in any other environment. You will learn reliable exercises and improve your concentration skills to better cope with pressure, decrease stress, and improve your overall performance.

Shyness, social anxiety or social phobia is linked to low self-esteem and a higher than usual fear of what other people will think of a person's behavior. It can lead sufferers to avoid social situations in order to keep from feeling uncomfortable; but this leads to perpetuation of anxiety, as it does not address the underlying tension causing it. This series of exercises has been designed to provide you with proven and efficient tools for overcoming shyness through deep relaxation and relief techniques for obsessing thoughts.

Guides to understanding women for men are all very well known, but men are not the simplest of animals and also strive to be understood behind their appearance of machist bravado. These 100 quotes, often humorous, always striking, aim at disbanding the male masquerade, help you understand at last this enigmatic bunch, and sprinkle your conversation with witticism, once you have decided what you would like to do of them.

Self-esteem is an essential survival tool and any lack of it must be treated very seriously. This series of relaxation exercises has been specifically designed to accompany you through the healing process of strengthening your self-esteem. Learn to achieve relaxation and set aside gnawing problems, work on your positive self-image through guided active imagination, master the proven technique of color visualization for relaxation so that you can effectively recall and apply it whenever needed, and use active imagination to amplify your personal power.