question: where is nationalism taking contemporary china?
Since the early 20th Century, Chinese nationalism has been at the heart of Chinese culture, largely as a consequence of the fear and distrust that manifested itself as a reaction to Western Imperialism and outside threats after the fall of the Qing Dynasty. Following civil war, revolution and years of Communist rule, nationalism is one of the key threads that has remained constant throughout modern China. However, what has Chinese nationalism developed into and what does it mean today? I want to know your thoughts! Read more…
zhuang zi: a libertarian before we knew what that meant
Zhuang Zi, an ancient Chinese philosopher (c. 400BC), more commonly known as a pioneer of Daoism, spiritual theologian and good humored promoter for peace during the Warring States conflicts could arguably also be regarded as the world’s first Libertarians and his work regarded not just a spiritual guide, but the musings of one of the many theorists of the time who sought to understand the underlying principles of human society and its cultural changes. Read more…
why nine is better than eight
Beijing is coming to the end of a long seven years of destruction, construction, reform and challenges in preparation for an event that marks one the biggest milestones in modern history. With exactly one month to go until 08.08:08pm on the 8th of the 8th, 2008, the whole world will be watching, praising and criticising Beijing. So what’s going to happen after the Olympic fever dies down? 2009 is arguably going to be far more interesting. But why?
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