{"title":"Yanfei Sun","description":"\u003cp\u003eYanfei Sun is a renowned author and scholar, whose insightful works explore the fascinating dynamics of societal and religious transformations. Her expertise shines through in her meticulously researched book, \u003cem\u003eReligious Change in Post-Mao China\u003c\/em\u003e, where she delves into the rapid developments in religious practices and expressions following the Mao era. This book belongs to the \u003cstrong\u003eEducation \u0026amp; Reference\u003c\/strong\u003e category, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of China's evolving religious landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a scholarly yet accessible writing style, Yanfei Sun's contributions provide invaluable insights for students, educators, and anyone interested in understanding the intricate social changes influencing contemporary Chinese society. Her work not only enriches readers' knowledge but also invites thoughtful discussion and reflection on the broader implications of these changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the collection to engage with Yanfei Sun's informative narratives that shed light on how religion and society intersect in a rapidly changing world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"religious-change-in-post-mao-china-by-yanfei-sun-9780226845876","title":"Religious Change in Post-Mao China","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA sweeping examination of how the religious landscape has changed in post-Mao China.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eReligious Change in Post-Mao China\u003c\/em\u003e, sociologist Yanfei Sun examines the transformation of major religions and the broader religious ecology in China in the wake of the death of Mao Zedong. Drawing on two decades of research that integrates ethnographic, historical, and comparative methods, this book explores the remarkable rise of Protestantism, the challenges faced by Catholicism, the revival of Chinese popular religion, the complex dynamics of Chinese Buddhism, and the unrealised potential of new religious movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhy do some religions thrive and others struggle in post-Mao China? Sun describes both the internal institutional factors that allow some religions to flourish and the wider sociopolitical context that supports or discourages religious expansion. She thereby introduces an ambitious theoretical framework—one whose applicability extends beyond China, offering a template for analysing religious dynamics in other parts of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA must-read for scholars of religious studies, sociology, and China studies, \u003cem\u003eReligious Change in Post-Mao China\u003c\/em\u003e not only provides critical insights into China's evolving religious landscape but also offers a powerful lens for examining the forces behind religious change, both past and present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47031816061164,"sku":"9780226845876","price":107.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20687043482268.jpg?v=1764149663"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/yanfei-sun.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}