China is changing rapidly in all aspects. Fortunately, each of these chapters is a substantial scholarly contribution that reflects the depth of knowledge of its author and draws solidly on the historical and cultural context, and they are likely to stand the test of relevance and significance for some years to come.

The China Journal

...Provides some insightful thoughts by prominent commentators on various issues related to Sino-American relations or China's domestic policy.

Journal of Asian Studies

I urge anyone interested in the complex, changing relations between the United States and the People's Republic of China to read this book. The contributors, former senior U.S. government officials and outstanding academic analysts, provide a readable and thoughtful discussion of the principal domestic and international factors affecting the evolving U.S.-China relationship.

Ralph N. Clough, Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies, Johns Hopkins University