{"product_id":"the-china-fantasy","title":"The China Fantasy","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"14\"\u003eBook Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"16\" data-end=\"354\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"16\" data-end=\"44\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"18\" data-end=\"44\"\u003ePublisher: Penguin Books\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"67\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"67\"\u003eAuthor: James Mann\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"89\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"70\" data-end=\"89\"\u003eLanguage: English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"114\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"114\"\u003ePublished Year: 2008\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"138\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"138\"\u003eISBN: 9780670038251\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"153\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"153\"\u003ePages: 141\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"176\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"176\"\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"208\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"208\"\u003eBook Condition: Used – Good\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"209\" data-end=\"296\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"296\"\u003eCondition Note: This is a used book in good condition; title cover has minor damage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"327\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"327\"\u003eDimensions: 19.5 x 12.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"328\" data-end=\"354\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"330\" data-end=\"354\"\u003eAvailability: In Stock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"372\"\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"374\" data-end=\"649\"\u003eIn this sharp and thought-provoking work, James Mann examines the assumptions that shaped America’s long-standing policy toward China. The book challenges the belief that economic engagement and trade would inevitably lead to political liberalization and democratic reform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003eThrough careful analysis of diplomatic strategy, political rhetoric, and evolving bilateral relations, the author explores how expectations about democracy and human rights influenced Western policy decisions. Concise yet impactful, the book provides readers with a critical perspective on global politics and U.S.–China relations in the modern era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eAn essential read for those interested in international relations, foreign policy, and contemporary geopolitical debates.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Retail Maharaj","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50762118889776,"sku":"BestBookCentre__G2430","price":150.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/BestBook-2026-02-14T165123.775.png?v=1771068093","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/bn\/products\/the-china-fantasy","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}