Book contents
- The Mediation System of China from an Interdisciplinary Perspective
- The Mediation System of China from an Interdisciplinary Perspective
- Copyright page
- Dedication
- Contents
- Figures
- Tables
- Acknowledgements
- Abbreviations
- Part I Introduction
- 1 Why an Interdisciplinary Perspective? Why Chinese Law? And How to Study?
- Part II Foundation
- Part III Legal Framework of Mediation in China
- Part IV Chinese Mediation in Action
- Appendix I: Glossary of Chinese Terms
- References
- Index
1 - Why an Interdisciplinary Perspective? Why Chinese Law? And How to Study?
from Part I - Introduction
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Book contents
- The Mediation System of China from an Interdisciplinary Perspective
- The Mediation System of China from an Interdisciplinary Perspective
- Copyright page
- Dedication
- Contents
- Figures
- Tables
- Acknowledgements
- Abbreviations
- Part I Introduction
- 1 Why an Interdisciplinary Perspective? Why Chinese Law? And How to Study?
- Part II Foundation
- Part III Legal Framework of Mediation in China
- Part IV Chinese Mediation in Action
- Appendix I: Glossary of Chinese Terms
- References
- Index
Summary
Chapter 1 lays the groundwork for the book by emphasising the importance of an interdisciplinary perspective in studying Chinese law. It highlights the value of integrating cultural, social and legal dimensions, particularly within the Chinese context, to gain unique insights and practical applications in understanding mediation. The chapter explains why Chinese law is a valuable study area, presenting personal motivations and broader practical and theoretical values. It also explores methodologies for studying Chinese mediation, examining the development of alternative dispute resolution paradigms, including interest-based, person-based and Chinese holistic approaches. It emphasises the importance of thinking like a local lawyer and recommends empirical research methods to capture the complexity and nuances of Chinese mediation practices, setting the stage for a comprehensive analysis.
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