The Chinese Revolution in Historical Perspective: Second Edition - Paperbackby John E. Schrecker (Author) This fully updated second edition provides a succinct and self contained history of China. The text emphasizes the relationship between China's modern era and its past, employing a unique approach that presents the story in terms of traditional Chinese historical theories. When the West enters the scene in modern times, Schrecker fits its impact into the Chinese story, rather than the reverse, as is commonly done. This