[This Week's Books] 'China's Governance System' and 5 More Titles

[Asia Economy Reporter Seomideum]

◆China's Governance System=To understand China, one must understand the Communist Party's one-party system that has been maintained for 100 years. The problem, however, is that Chinese politics is very secretive. In this regard, this book is meaningful. The author, who has studied Chinese politics for 30 years, focuses on the Communist Party itself?its characteristics and principles, organization and operation, members and activities?and provides an in-depth analysis of the Communist Party's one-party system. (Written by Jo Young-nam · 21st Century Books)

◆The Place of the Constitution=The author, who served as the Chief Justice of the Constitutional Court and was involved in the first-ever dissolution of a political party and presidential impeachment in constitutional history, introduces the historical background of the constitution, constitutional court cases, and visions for social integration. The book reflects on the role of the state, the essence of politics, citizens' rights, and constitutional values. It also explains the historical background and development process of the constitution, the legal-philosophical grounds of 13 major constitutional court rulings, and the changes after the rulings. (Written by Park Han-cheol · Gimyoungsa)

◆Seven Powers=As uncertainty increases, the value of strategy is often questioned. The academic understanding of the essence of strategy raises the question of whether it actually influences management. The author's answer is "yes." However, there is a prerequisite: "prepared thinking" used in the field. The book introduces seven attractive strategic positions that companies can hold. (Written by Hamilton Helmer · Hanbit Biz)

◆Now, Let’s Start the Game=The author, who led Amazon's European marketing for over 10 years, specifically presents the 'gamification' method specialized in 'business marketing.' Based on six human motivational needs?'purpose,' 'mastery,' 'autonomy,' 'respect,' 'belonging,' and 'safety and physiological'?the book introduces gamification cases. Gamification is a planning and marketing strategy that applies game elements to solve problems. (Written by Daniel Griffin & Albert Vander Meir · Heureum Publishing)

◆Stranger Things: Dark Days=This is the second official novel of the Netflix original series "Stranger Things." It deals with the strange events occurring in the small town of Hawkins, Indiana, in the early 1980s. The story begins with the disappearance of a boy and draws readers in with the appearance of a girl with telekinetic powers, the conspiracy of the Hawkins National Laboratory, and the battle against monsters from the upside-down world. (Written by Adam Christopher · Namuyopui Ja)

◆I Quit Because Human Relationships Were Difficult=This book is not so much about encouraging resignation but serves as a realistic guide for those who, despite all the hardships and pain, find themselves unable to leave their jobs. The author offers effective and economical methods to reduce emotional exhaustion and to accept situations in a way that is advantageous to oneself. It provides advice on how to rationally cope with a hateful and undesirable reality. (Written by Anna · Nol)

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