"Remarkable…Fang discourses with passion, insight, conviction, and humor on politics, religion, and the scientist’s role in today's world…A wonderful book." ―San Francisco Chronicle
In his first collection of writings to be published in English, Fang Lizhi, the world-renowned Chinese astrophysicist and human rights activist, speaks out on science, culture, and the future of democracy in China. Here is a rare glimpse into the intellect of one of the most courageously outspoken men of our time.
Bringing Down the Great Wall: Writings on Science, Culture, and Democracy in China
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Author(s)Fang Lizhi
PublisherW. W. Norton & Company
ISBN / ASIN0393308855
ISBN-139780393308853
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Sales Rank2,445,878
CategoryHistory
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