Pre-Owned China's Silent Army : The Pioneers, Traders, Fixers and Workers Who Are Remaking the World in Beijing's Image (Paperback) 9780385346597

from marilynsantiago

Just finished the book. A different perspective on China and how it interacts with third world countries. And how it goes about getting natural resources. I live in the northwest and for many years saw our huge old trees being put on ships for China so I think we have made our own bad deals. I th...

from bookcaterpillar

It took me awhile to read this book and give it the attention it deserved. There are years of reporting that went into writing this book, and the authors stated upfront that they funded their own research. And, I learned more from this book than I have from many others put together. The silent ar...

from mcdenis

Two Spanish reporters based in China complete an exhaustive investigative journey and report documenting China's "Silent Army" of its citizens, entrepreneurs and government agencies. This army is making inroads into Latin America, Asia and Africa through investment and construction projects while...

from Jim_Sipe

This book was as much a travel log as it was an expose on China. I enjoyed the true to life information that was presented that was both from a high level person to those that are working the streets. I was a little concerned about the negative bent of the book. Is there nothing good about what C...

from Forthwith

Is this really the new age of China? If so, how could it happen? Two remarkable reporters have at considerable risk and difficulty traveled the world asking those questions. The book has an inductive approach which makes it a page turner. They report their experiences, interviews, and observation...