Broken China: How the Economic Miracle Shattered and What It Means for the World
Miracle Shattered What Means World: Broken China by Logan Wright examines the causes and global implications of China's economic slowdown. The listing describes a focus on credit expansion, the financial system and the limits of Beijing's economic policy tools.
At a glance
- Argues that China's slowdown is rooted in its financial system and the end of an unusually large credit expansion.
- Considers how economic pressures and constrained policy options may affect China's domestic and foreign sectors.
- Connects China's economic outlook with its competition with the United States and wider global consequences.
Reference price: £25.00
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Offers a defined focus on China's credit expansion and financial system rather than a broad survey of unrelated economic topics.
- The stated 272-page length gives buyers a useful indication of the scope of this edition.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Polity |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 24 July 2026 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 272 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1509570675 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1509570676 |
| Weight listed | 534 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 15.75 x 3.05 x 23.11 cm |
What to know before buying
- The listed publication date is 24 July 2026. Confirm the edition and availability timing if you need a copy before then.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers seeking an argument about the causes of China's economic slowdown and the credit boom and bust.
- People interested in Chinese financial policy, US-China economic competition and potential international spillovers.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a neutral introductory survey, since the description presents a specific argument about the causes and policy implications of the slowdown.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate customer ratings lean positive overall, but a meaningful minority are lower ratings. Without written feedback, the scores do not show what readers praised or criticised, so use the book's stated focus on China's economic slowdown and financial system to judge its fit.
Frequently asked questions
What is Broken China about?
The listing describes Logan Wright's argument that China's slowdown is rooted in its financial system and the end of a major credit expansion, with consequences for policy and the wider world.
How long is this edition?
The listing gives a print length of 272 pages.
Who might find it useful?
It may suit readers interested in China's economy, financial policy and the global effects of US-China economic competition.
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