Befriending China: People-to-People Peacemaking (People Power and the Pursuit of Peace)

A Journey into the Heart of Modern China: 2026 EditionWhat is the reality behind the headlines? In this updated edition of Befriending China -- Gold Winner of the 2025 Nonfiction Book Award (International Category) -- author Dee Knight provides a transformative look at a nation often misunderstood by the West. Based on four extensive visits in 2023, 2024 and 2025, this book documents the rapid evolution of a global superpower dedicated to people-to-people peacemaking.Knight travels from the high-tech megacities of Shanghai and Beijing to the mountainous regions of Guizhou and Shanxi, offering a rare glimpse into the infrastructure projects and social programs that have defined China’s recent success.Key highlights of this edition include:A First-Hand Account of Xinjiang: An eye-witness report providing a grounded perspective on the region, offering a counter narrative to common media portrayals.The Poverty Alleviation Miracle: An analysis of how China’s focus on healthcare and education has fundamentally improved the lives of its citizens.Urban Innovation: Exploring the development of megacities like Chongqing, Hangzhou, and Suzhou.A Vision for Peace: An examination of China’s foreign policy and the ongoing efforts to foster global cooperation instead of conflict.With a preface by Carlos Martinez, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in geopolitics, international relations, and the pursuit of a shared future for all nations. Read more