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Problem Orientation

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Word count
120K words
Chapters
31
ISBN
9787100222884

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Summary

Problem Orientation is one of the titles in the Study·Thought·Method series, taking its name from one of the twelve key themes in the Report to the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China. The book is organized into nine sections: "Problems Are the Voice of the Times," "The Distinctive Style of New Thought," "The Scientific Meaning of a Problem-Oriented Approach," "The Significance of a Problem-Oriented Approach," "The Call of the Times to Solve Major Problems," "Sharpening Problem Awareness," "Focusing on New Problems of the New Era," "Mastering the Path to Studying Problems," and "Improving the Ability to Solve Problems." It sorts through the scientific meaning and significance, generative logic, historical context, and practical development of the "problem-oriented approach," and offers in-depth research and comprehensive exposition of the important content of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era. In its approach, the book emphasizes accessibility, aiming to communicate Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era in a plainer and more intelligible way.

In addition, the book stresses the integration of three sources—classic Marxist texts, contemporary Chinese practice (early Sinicization and Sinicization in the new era), and traditional Chinese culture—attends to authoritative sources for quotations and cited cases, emphasizes academic style and taste, and explores and highlights the solid metaphysical foundations of Xi Jinping Thought and the Report to the 20th National Congress.

Editor's review

Problem Orientation is Professor Han Xiping's scholarly work on a core issue of contemporary social development. Grounded in Marxist theory, the book systematically sets out the theoretical content and practical path of "problem orientation" as a scientific methodology and working principle. As a senior scholar at the School of Marxism at Jilin University engaged in long-term research on Marxist theory and real-world Chinese issues, Han gives the book both a solid theoretical foundation and a clear focus on reality.

The book's core value lies in the fact that it is not merely theoretical exposition but an effort to build a framework of thought for understanding, analyzing, and solving real-world problems. The author analyzes the nature of "problems" from a philosophical height, distinguishes real from pseudo-problems and surface from essential problems, and explores in depth how to accurately identify key problems amid complex social phenomena. The discussion of cultivating "problem awareness" is especially incisive, stressing the importance of clear judgment in an age of information overload.

In terms of reading experience, the book is rigorously logical and clearly argued. Although it deals with philosophical and social science theory, its language is relatively plain and avoids the barrier of excessive academic jargon. Each chapter is supported by abundant real-world examples that make abstract theory concrete. Particularly noteworthy is the book's deep reflection on the various problems encountered in China's development process, reflecting the critical spirit and social responsibility expected of a scholar.

For today's readers, the book offers a tool of thought for coping with information overload and clashing opinions. Whether analyzing social phenomena or examining personal predicaments, the "problem-oriented" way of thinking can help people see through the fog and grasp the essence. In an age of fragmented reading, such systematic mental training is especially valuable.

Who it's for

A good fit for

  • Researchers interested in social science and philosophical methodology
  • Professionals who need to improve their capacity for systematic thinking
  • Observers concerned with real social issues in China
  • University students majoring in political science, sociology, or Marxist theory

Not a good fit for

  • Readers seeking light, entertaining reading
  • Those expecting a hands-on manual for solving specific problems

Reading tips

  1. Read Chapters 1 and 2 first to build a basic understanding of the "problem-oriented" methodology
  2. As you read, compare the ideas with social phenomena you have observed
  3. For more theoretical chapters, slow down and take notes to sort out the logical thread

About the publisher

The Commercial Press China · Founded in 1897

The Commercial Press is a publisher known for classic works and academic publishing, with titles spanning Eastern philosophy, foreign literature, world history, social culture, and applied psychology. Its list includes classical commentaries such as Zhu Xi's Collected Commentaries on the Analects and Wang Bi's Commentary on the Zhouyi, as well as modern annotated translations like Zhuangzi with Modern Notes and Translation. In foreign literature it offers War and Peace and Crime and Punishment, while in world history it carries Braudel's The Mediterranean and the Mediterranean World in the Age of Philip II. Applied psychology is represented by Irvin D. Yalom's Existential Psychotherapy, and ethical texts include a Greek-Chinese-English edition of the Nicomachean Ethics. Its authors and translators include Zhu Xi, Wang Bi, Yalom, Braudel, and translators such as Huang Zheng, Zhang Yiling, Shen Dongyu, and Tang Jialong, balancing the editing of original texts with academic translation.

Contents

  1. 版权信息
  2. 总序 活学活用习近平新时代中国特色社会主义思想活的灵魂
  3. 第一章 问题是时代的声音
  4. 一、在把握问题中领悟问题本质
  5. 二、在发现问题中聆听时代声音
  6. 三、在研究问题中回应时代呼唤
  7. 第二章 干革命、搞建设、抓改革都是为了解决问题
  8. 一、在敢为人先中开辟革命新天地
  9. 二、在逢山开路中搭建建设新桥梁
  10. 三、在纵深推进中提升改革新境界
  11. 第三章 问题导向是习近平新时代中国特色社会主义思想的鲜明风格
  12. 一、在问题意识中勇于直面问题
  13. 二、在问题导向中准确抓住问题
  14. 三、在锚定问题中善于解决问题
  15. 第四章 增强问题意识、善于发现问题
  16. 一、问题意识的本源解释
  17. 二、问题意识的思维培育
  18. 三、发现问题中推动发展
  19. 第五章 敢于触及矛盾、勇于责任担当
  20. 一、敢于触及矛盾、敢于交锋亮剑
  21. 二、以斗争精神增强志气、骨气、底气
  22. 三、为官避事平生耻
  23. 第六章 聚焦时代课题、破解重大问题
  24. 一、新时代新征程提出新要求
  25. 二、办成许多事关长远的大事要事
  26. 三、破解新征程上的重大问题
  27. 第七章 科学分析问题、有效解决问题
  28. 一、用科学方法分析问题
  29. 二、用有效手段解决问题
  30. 三、务必敢于斗争善于斗争
  31. 后记

FAQ

What is the main content of this book?
The book systematically sets out the theoretical foundations and core tenets of "problem orientation" as a methodology and its application to analyzing real social problems, aiming to cultivate readers' ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems.
What background knowledge is needed to read this book?
A basic grasp of social science and some capacity for logical thinking will help, but the author has tried to use plain language, so ordinary readers can also benefit.
What distinguishes this book from other books on methodology?
Its distinction lies in closely combining the Marxist standpoint, viewpoint, and method with contemporary Chinese reality, offering both theoretical depth and a clear sense of the times and the Chinese context.

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About the author

韩喜平 Author

Han Xiping is an author for whom publicly available information is currently rather limited; only one of his works, Problem-Oriented, is included in the collection. Judging from the available information, the book is classified under politics, which suggests that his writing centers on political topics and organizes its content around "problems," showing a clear problem-consciousness and a practical orientation. Because there are no reliable records concerning his life, educational background, or professional positions, no speculation is made here about his personal experience. As far as the existing work shows, Han Xiping's writing tends to start from real-world problems and proceed through analysis rather than empty discussion, a feature that gives his text a strong focus and readability. For readers who wish to understand political issues from a problem-oriented perspective, the book offers a concise and direct point of entry. Should more material become available later, his profile as an author and the broader outline of his writing would still need to be further supplemented.

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