Anxious Wealth Money and Morality among China's New Rich

Name: Anxious Wealth Money and Morality among China's New Rich
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ISBN: 9780804783545

ISBN-10: 0804783543

ISBN-13: 9780804783545

Edition: 2013

Authors: John Osburg

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Who exactly are China's new rich? This pioneering investigation introduces readers to the private lives—and the nightlives—of the powerful entrepreneurs and managers redefining success and status in the city of Chengdu. Over the course of more than three years, anthropologist John Osburg accompanied, and in some instances assisted, wealthy Chinese businessmen as they courted clients, partners, and government officials.Drawing on his immersive experiences, Osburg invites readers to join him as he journeys through the new, highly gendered entertainment sites for Chinese businessmen, including karaoke clubs, saunas, and massage parlors—places specifically designed to cater to the desires and…

Book details

List price: $25.00
Copyright year: 2013
Publisher: Stanford University Press
Publication date: 4/3/2013
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 248
Size: 5.98" wide x 9.02" long x 0.59" tall
Weight: 0.748
Language: English



List of Figures


Acknowledgments



Introduction



"Entertaining Is My Job": Masculinity, Sexuality, and Alliances Among Chengdu's Entrepreneurs



"Relationships Are the Law": Elite Networks and Corruption in Contemporary China



From Fruit Plates to License Plates: Consumption, Status, and Recognition Among Chengdu's Elite



Women Entrepreneurs and the "Beauty Economy" Sexuality, Morality, and Wealth



Conclusion: Elite Networks and Public Morality


Notes


Glossary


Bibliography


Index