I have been watching some fascinating documentaries on China recently ( political and social commentary with some history sprinkled in) and have decided I am far too ignorant about this immense and culturally varied land.
I know very little about it apart from what I was taught in History and Politics classes and would like to widen my knowledge a little bit.
I have read a couple of books about it but would like some recommendations for a "general" potted history of China and then maybe one of "Modern China" from the Boxer rebellion until today.
I would be grateful for any recommendation you can throw my way ! Thanks.