De Mente, author and authority on Asia, notes that while Chinese culture has been migrating toward Western culture, specifically American popular culture, there are significant areas in which traditional values continue to shape business and social relationships of the Chinese. The author identifies specific elements of Chinese culture that have changed during the migration to a market-based economy and other aspects of Western culture, and also those elements that are singularly Chinese and continue to define the country's national character. The book will interest students, travelers, and representatives of companies conducting business in China. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)