The Tiananmen Square Protests of 1989 (Perspectives on Modern World History)

Describes the historical background, events, and aftermath of Beijing's Tiananmen Square protests in 1989, including firsthand accounts from individuals affected by the event. Readers will examine the historical events leading up to and following China's 1989 Tiananmen Square protests. This volume looks at issues surrounding the incident such as the impact on democracy, the relationship between economic and political reform in China, and the legitimacy of the Tiananmen Papers of 2001. It also offers personal perspectives from people affected by the protests. Offers basic historical information about the Tiananmen Square protests of 1989 , examining the controversies surrounding this event and providing first-person narratives from people who lived through or were impacted by it