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"Brill's Encyclopedia of China" (see also www.brill.nl/encyclopediachina ) is a convenient thousand-page reference on China from its early beginnings, with a clear focus on the modern period from the mid-nineteenth century to the 21st century. Arranged in alphabetical order, it covers the history, geography, society, economy, politics, science, and culture of China. All contributions are written by an international team of European, Asian, Australian and American experts, carefully selected from a wide spectrum of academic disciplines. Originally published and warmly received in German (edited by the GIGA Institute of Asian Studies in Hamburg, published by WBG, Darmstadt, 2003), this English translation, including a statistical data update, will serve both English-language students and faculty in conveniently providing a wealth of reliable and solid information on China. With illustrations, maps, tables, ample indices and bibliographies. <br> "Online edition." Next to the printed edition there will be a separate online service with updates twice year, keeping users well-informed on new insights and developments relating to the vast subject. [For more information on the latter, please contact our sales department at sales@brill.nl or sales@brillusa.com]