Sources in Chinese History, now in its second edition, has been updated to include re-translations of over a third of the documents. It also incorporates nearly forty new sources that work to familiarise readers with the key events, personages, and themes of modern China. Praise for the previous edition: "This book, in a word, is excellent. The image and commentary feature is appealing; it is an extraordinarily effective device for 'hooking' students and making the past much 'closer.' Chapter introductions are cogent, as the authors have selected new or infrequently-utilized people and events. There is nothing humdrum here: the documents are compelling and important; and the commentary crackles with fresh and acute insights and analysis." R. Keith Schoppa, Loyola College, USA "This is the most up-to-date and comprehensive Chinese history sourcebook currently available. What's most valuable about this book is its extensive use of Chinese sources which helps users to understand Chinese perspectives in a fresh way." Yufeng Mao, Washington University, USA