Although contemporary China is a repressive state, protests and demonstrations have increased almost tenfold between 2005 and 2015. This is an astounding statistic when one considers that Marxist-Leninist regimes of the past tolerated little or no public dissent. How can protests become more common as the state becomes more repressive? This collection helps to answer this compelling question through in-depth analyses of several Chinese protest movements and state responses. The chapters examine the opportunities and constraints for protest mobilization, and explains their importance for understanding contemporary Chinese society.

About the Author

Hank Johnston is Professor in the Department of Sociology at San Diego State University. He holds the Hansen Chair of Peace and Nonviolence Studies and coordinates the Peace Corps Prep Program at SDSU.

Sheldon X. Zhang is Professor in the School of Criminology and Justice Studies at the University of Massachusetts. He is currently serving as an expert consultant to several organizations such as the International Labor Organization, United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, Freedom Fund, and Walk Free Foundation.

Book Information
ISBN 9781538165027
Author Hank Johnston
Format Paperback
Page Count 356
Imprint Rowman & Littlefield
Publisher Rowman & Littlefield
Weight(grams) 531g
Dimensions(mm) 218mm * 156mm * 27mm