Mao and Markets: The Communist Roots of Chinese Enterprise

By: Christopher Marquis and Kunyuan Qiao

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Synopsis: A thoroughly researched assessment of how China&’s economic success continues to be shaped by the communist ideology of Chairman Mao It was long assumed that as China embraced open markets and private enterprise, its state-controlled economy would fall by the wayside, that free markets would inevitably lead to a more liberal society. Instead, China&’s growth over the past four decades has positioned state capitalism as a durable foil to the orthodoxy of free markets, to the confusion of many in the West. Christopher Marquis and Kunyuan Qiao argue that China&’s economic success is based on—not in spite of—the continuing influence of Communist leader Mao Zedong. They illustrate how Mao&’s ideological principles, mass campaigns, and socialist institutions have enduringly influenced Chinese entrepreneurs&’ business strategies and the management of their ventures. Grounded in case studies and quantitative analyses, this book shows that while private enterprise is the engine of China&’s growth, Chinese companies see no contradictions between commercial drive and a dedication to Maoist ideology.

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:: 9780300268836
Related ISBNs:: 9780300263381
Publisher:: Yale University Press
Date of Addition:: 11/15/22
Copyrighted By:: Christopher Marquis and Kunyuan Qiao
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: History, Nonfiction, Business and Finance, Politics and Government
Submitted By:: Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.