Dive into a fascinating journey with Beyond the Majority, where Chinese scholars turn their in-depth fieldwork into engaging stories about China’s ethnic minorities. This book Ethnic Minorities in Socialist China: Development, Migration, Culture, and Identity steers away from the Han majority to spotlight the rich diversity of seven ethnic groups, from the Tibetans’ wheat dilemmas to the labor migration to the Pearl River Delta. With a spotlight on Yunnan, the most ethnically diverse province, each of the nine chapters uncovers the vibrant transformations and challenges these communities face in the socialist era. It’s a compact exploration of modernization, cultural shifts, and identity, all served with a side of humor and insight. Get ready for a captivating expedition through China’s lesser-known cultures, no travel required!
