Articles on History

Supporting Article

China through the Lenses of History

The people of China view current events through two historical lenses.

Supporting Article

History, Myth, and Missions

Lessons to be learned from history, 

Supporting Article

Understanding China’s Intellectuals

Lessons from History

Cross-cultural workers in China service are increasingly aware of the strategic importance of reaching China’s urban intellectuals. Some of these intellectuals, often (mis)named “Cultural Christians,” have taken up Christian thought as a subject for serious academic study. At the same time, these are exciting, confusing days. China is stepping onto the international scene as a member of the WTO. She is searching for new ideas and values. What can the history of China, and the history of Christian missions in China, teach us as we seek to understand China’s intellectuals?

View From the Wall

Beyond the Shadow of History

How can China's history be used to shape the future?

Lead Article

Seeing China through the Lenses of History

The people of China view current events through two historical lenses.

Book Reviews

More Like Us?

To Change China: Western Advisers in China 1620-1960 by Jonathan Spence. 

Reviewed by Daniel Bays

Supporting Article

Macau

Chinese Culture with a Portuguese Touch

A look at Macau as it returns to Chinese sovereignty.

Book Reviews

Counterfeits and Kings

God’s Chinese Son, The Taiping Heavenly Kingdom of Hong  Xiuquan, by Jonathan D. Spence, 

Reviewed by Tony Lambert