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Genre: Non-Fiction, Cultural Studies, Anthropology, Sociology
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Book Review:
This book serves as an introductory overview of the 55 officially recognized ethnic minority groups in China. It aims to provide readers with a broad understanding of their long histories, unique cultures, traditions, and the changes they have undergone over the past half-century.

The book covers key areas such as economic development, cultural heritage protection, modern education, and religious beliefs. It presents the situation through the lens of the Chinese government's policies on ethnic affairs, restating their ''success'' in these areas. As part of an official series, it is a useful starting point for gaining basic factual knowledge about China's ethnic diversity, though readers should be aware of its perspective and may wish to supplement it with more critical or independent analyses for a fully rounded view.