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Coal mining is one of China’s largest industries, and provides an excellent case study through which to consider the broader issues of China’s transition from socialism to capitalism, focussing on the shift to a market economy, the rise of rural industry and the situation of China’s working class.

Coal was one of the pillars of the planned economy but, the author argues, its shift to market-based operations has been protracted and difficult, particularly in moving from the artificially low prices of the planned economy to market prescribed prices - a change that had a major impact on the industry’s financial performance. The book goes on to considers the growth of small rural coal mines as part of the Township and Village Enterprises (TVEs) programme; these small mines have brought prosperity to areas where small manufacturing enterprises are not competitive, but at the same time have been the cause of many social and environmental problems. It also examines the situation of coal miners - arguably one the most vulnerable segments of the Chinese working class - under socialism and under capitalism, paying particular attention to the issue of work safety and coal mine disasters. The book provides a comprehensive and coherent treatment of these issues from the establishment of the People’s Republic up to 2010.

Coal mining is one of China’s largest industries, and provides an excellent case study through which to consider the broader issues of China’s transition from socialism to capitalism, focussing on the shift to a market economy, the rise of rural industry and the situation of China’s working class.

Coal was one of the pillars of the planned economy but, the author argues, its shift to market-based operations has been protracted and difficult, particularly in moving from the artificially low prices of the planned economy to market prescribed prices - a change that had a major impact on the industry’s financial performance. The book goes on to considers the growth of small rural coal mines as part of the Township and Village Enterprises (TVEs) programme; these small mines have brought prosperity to areas where small manufacturing enterprises are not competitive, but at the same time have been the cause of many social and environmental problems. It also examines the situation of coal miners - arguably one the most vulnerable segments of the Chinese working class - under socialism and under capitalism, paying particular attention to the issue of work safety and coal mine disasters. The book provides a comprehensive and coherent treatment of these issues from the establishment of the People’s Republic up to 2010.

The Story of BoysLost in the Twenty-first Century:

Searching for Tom Sawyer offers parents and church leaders a compelling vision and practical principles for how, together, they can change that storyline by forging boys into heroic men.

More than 70% of the young men who are raised in church abandon it during their teens and twenties Tim Wright examines the problem and offers real solutions to one of the greatest challenges facing the church today.David Murrow, author of Why Men Hate Going to Church

No one who cares for boys, and equally no one who cares for kids and families should miss Searching for Tom Sawyer. Leonard Sweet, professor at Drew University and George Fox University

Tim Wrights diagnosis of why most of our congregations struggle to connect with guys is eye-opening and stunning As the father of three boys, I wish Id had this book years ago. As the pastor of a congregation, Im glad I have it now. Pastor Jeff Marian, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Burnsville, Minnesota

He''s ready to leave kid-dom behind. But can he stand tall against an army of barf-inducing beasts?

Toby Baxter can''t wait to be a teenager. On the cusp of turning thirteen, the superhero-obsessed boy''s jaw drops when a baffling stranger appears and begs him for help. But when he''s led through a portal on a whirlwind trip to a magical land, he''s terrified to be plunged mid-battle between elves and a legion of stinky trolls.

Bewildered and queasy, Toby is confused when his new friends claim he is the hero who will lead them to victory. And now only his dangerous quest to retrieve a legendary slaying sword can save his skin... and turn the tide of war.

Can this newly minted teen become a real warrior and rise up as the strange realm''s savior?

The Adventures of Toby Baxter: The River Elf, The Giant, and the Closet is a high-flying middle grade fantasy. If you like daring journeys, hilarious characters, and heartfelt lessons about confidence, then you''ll love Tim Wright''s timeless tale.

Over the river and through the woods on another quest, he reluctantly goes! Thirteen-year-old Toby Baxter can''t wait to pull out his sled and enjoy the massive snowfall. But his winter break is interrupted when a frightening warning draws him once again through his closet into River''s home. The magical land from his last visit is dying of its life force-the sword has been taken by the trolls, threatening to destroy the river elves and their allies. Making matters worse, his arch nemesis, Clygon, the leader of the trolls, is ready and waiting for him, looking for a rematch. As Toby faces this new danger, he will again be challenged with the question : How will you your power? Will he choose to be wise, or will he give into his fears? Keeping with the spirit of Toby''s first adventure, RiverHome for the Holidays is a humorous tongue-in-cheek middle school-age book. Tboy''s Quest is filled with holiday fun, dangers, and inspiration sure to capture the imagination of lovers of fantasy adventures.