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Idealism and the Abuse of Power Lessons from China's Cultural Revolution
By Zhuang Hui-yun
Copyright 2010
178 Pages
by
Routledge
178 Pages
by
Routledge
178 Pages
by
Routledge
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This book analyses the abuse of idealism with particular reference to China's Cultural Revolution. The work examines abuse at two levels: the state leaders' metaphysical vision as the interpretation of idealism at the top with state power; and the psychological state of the masses at the bottom of society. The concept of abuse itself is discussed with the author arguing that idealism is often used... Read more
Contents: Preface; Introduction; Identify the problem; How power was justified; Law as part of the solution; How law checks power; Postscript; Appendices; References; Index.
Biography
Zhuang Hui-yun was born and raised in Beijing, China. She emigrated to Japan before settling in Australia. She holds graduate qualifications in History, Languages and International Law. She is a member of the Australian China Study Association, the Australian Asian Studies Association, and the Australian Legal Philosophy Association. Her research interests are in the areas of philosophy of law, public ethics, contemporary China, Australia-China relations, migration and language education.
