Shaken Authority

Discover the intricate interplay of politics and disaster response in Shaken Authority by Christian P. Sorace. Published in 2017, this compelling book delves into the aftermath of the devastating 2008 Sichuan earthquake, revealing how the Chinese Communist Party navigated the crisis through a lens of ideology and power. Spanning 277 pages, Sorace meticulously examines the political mechanisms and narratives that shape emergency management in China, providing readers with a profound understanding of how such crises influence governance and legitimacy. With a focus on the ideologically-driven policies of the Communist Party, Shaken Authority invites readers to reconsider the relationship between natural disasters and political authority in contemporary China. This book is an essential read for those interested in emergency management, natural history, and the dynamics of power in times of crisis.