Xinjiang of China: Its Past and Present (English Edition) — A Historical Guide to Stability & Development

This English-language volume is not a general history of Xinjiang, but a focused study of the historical and current issues that shape its stability and development. Written by Li Sheng and translated by Qin Min, it begins with geography and resources—the “two basins flanked by three mountains” that define the region—then moves through the long history of multiethnic migration and cultural exchange, the establishment of provincial administration, peaceful liberation, ethnic regional autonomy, and the path of economic modernization. It is written for readers who want to understand how Xinjiang’s present has been shaped by its past, with a stated commitment to respecting historical facts and clarifying issues on the basis of reality. If you are looking for a substantive historical framework rather than a travel guide or a short commentary, this is it.