China's Environmental Crisis: An Inquiry into the Limits of National Development

The hardcover book is in good condition with a bright red dust jacket that shows minor edge wear. The binding is intact, and there are no inscriptions or library markings. The pages are clean and free from annotations.

China's Environmental Crisis: An Inquiry into the Limits of National Development by Vaclav Smil is a critical examination of the environmental challenges faced by China, published by M.E. Sharpe in 1993. This hardcover edition, identifiable by its ISBN 0-87332-819-1, provides an in-depth analysis of the intersection between China's rapid economic development and its environmental policies. Smil, a renowned expert in environmental science and policy, offers insights into the sustainability of national development strategies. This book is a valuable resource for those interested in environmental policy and economic development, particularly in the context of China. While the first edition status is unclear, this printing remains a significant contribution to the discourse on sustainable development. The book is in good condition, with a bright dust jacket showing minor edge wear.