{"product_id":"patriots-and-propaganda-the-chinese-australian-community-and-the-politics-of-loyalty-1930s-1940s-9781761540233","title":"Patriots and Propaganda: The Chinese Australian community and the politics of loyalty, 1930s-1940s","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Bolin Hu\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Sydney University Press\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Sydney University Press\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Propaganda\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the turbulent years of China's War of Resistance against Japan (1931-1945), a unique and complex narrative unfolded far from the battlefields - in Australia. Patriots and Propaganda: Chinese Australians and the politics of loyalty, 1930s-1940s delves into the intricate web of Chinese wartime propaganda efforts, revealing how the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) and Chinese Australian communities mobilised support for China's struggle against Japanese aggression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePatriots and Propaganda uncovers the multifaceted relationships between China, Australia, and the Australian Chinese diaspora, highlighting the political, racial and class dynamics that shaped these interactions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBolin Hu explores the pivotal role of Chinese-language newspapers and schools in preserving Chinese heritage and loyalty; the intense political rivalries within the Australian Chinese community; and the profound impact of memorial services and fundraising campaigns on fostering Chinese patriotism and community cohesion. Hu also brings to light the diverse contributions of various Chinese Australian groups - including leftists, women, and Australian-born Chinese - to China's war effort, and the fierce propaganda battles between Chinese and Japanese authorities on Australian soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePatriots and Propaganda offers a nuanced exploration of the socio-political dynamics within the Australian Chinese community, while challenging the traditional narrative of distant allies, presenting new evidence and perspectives on the Sino-Australian relationship during a critical period in history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Atlantic Books","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46319225962647,"sku":"9781761540233","price":2503.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781761540233.webp?v=1768683225","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/patriots-and-propaganda-the-chinese-australian-community-and-the-politics-of-loyalty-1930s-1940s-9781761540233","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}