The Asiatic Mode of Production and Debates on the Chinese and Soviet (Russian) Revolutions and Their Paths in the 20th Century

Xinyu Lu
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Xinyu Lu: East China Normal University

Chapter Chapter 10 in Neoliberalism or Neocollective Rural China, 2024, pp 233-244 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract This chapter critically examines the concept of the “Asiatic mode of production” in historical and political contexts, countering interpretations advanced by neo-liberal scholars like Qin Hui. It argues that Marx’s theory validates socialist revolution in exploited regions, countering Western-centric perspectives. Analyzing the Chinese and Russian revolutions, it highlights Lenin’s revolutionary vision and Plekhanov’s misconceptions, emphasizing the debate’s significance in shaping revolutionary strategies. The chapter also explores how the concept resurfaced during the Sino-Soviet split and post-Soviet era, influencing perceptions of the “China threat.” Through historical analysis, it challenges Orientalist interpretations, highlighting the complex socio-political relations between China and the Soviet Union.

Keywords: Asiatic mode of production; Chinese revolution; Russian revolution; Neo-liberalism; Historical materialism (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-4791-8_10

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