Description
About the Author
Tsering Topgyal is Lecturer in International Relations at the University of Birmingham.
Reviews
'Tsering Topgyal captures the complexity of Sino-Tibet relations in this well-argued book. Not many academic works on Tibet are grounded in theory but Topgyal succeeds in linking theory and history. By so doing, he not only gives us a new lens to look at an old conflict but also advances the academic debate on the causes and consequences of intra-state conflicts with ethnic dimensions.' * Harsh V. Pant, Professor of International Relations, King's College London *
'Tsering Topgyal has delivered a groundbreaking work. Developing an innovative theoretical approach drawing on major strands of international relations and security studies, he persuasively argues that the "Tibet Issue" is defined by a socially constituted insecurity dilemma between an increasingly powerful yet anxious party-state and an alienated Tibetan nation. Topgyal's analysis is thoughtful and rigorous and reveals the full potential for ongoing Sino-Tibetan conflict to rent China's rise asunder.' * Michael Clarke, Associate Professor, National Security College, Australian National University, and author of Xinjiang and China's Rise in Central Asia: A History *
'At long last, a major international relations analysis of the China-Tibet conflict that illuminates why it is so painfully intractable. Tsering Topgyal writes with impressive objectivity and acuity about how the insecurities of the two sides interact destructively and impede reconciliation. A valuable contribution to international relations theory as well as a vivid, well-written account of the history of the conflict.' * Susan L. Shirk, Chair, 21st Century China Program, School of Global Policy and Strategy, University of California, San Diego *
'By critically investigating the security discourses that shape relations between Tibet and China, Topgyal provides a pathbreaking analysis. This book is a rare one in the field of international relations, in that it contributes to the debate over the contested politics of identity and insecurity that marks Sino-Tibetan interactions.' * Dr Dibyesh Anand, Reader (Associate Professor) in International Relations, University of Westminster *
Book Information
ISBN 9781849044714
Author Tsering Topgyal
Format Paperback
Page Count 256
Imprint C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd
Publisher C Hurst & Co Publishers Ltd
Weight(grams) 458g
Dimensions(mm) 216mm * 138mm * 23mm