David G. Atwill
@DavidGAtwill
Historian of China and Tibet. Dean of Arts & Sciences at NYU-Shanghai.
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Received our copies of the 2nd edition of SOURCES IN CHINESE HISTORY! Yurong + I re-translated/updated over half the documents and included a lot of new material (including dialogues of Chinese films from the 1930s, 40s, and 2010s!). Available in paperback ($43) and ebook ($34)!
At long last - today is US publication day for #GhostNation! Big thanks to everyone who pre-ordered, and to all the bookstores big and small who have copies on their shelves!
At NYU Shanghai, language learning happens through exploring the city and connecting with Shanghai history. Professor Beilei Gu led students from her Shanghai Architecture for Chinese Language Learners course through neighborhoods connected to the former residences and visits of…
Nice to see #GhostNation between books by Su Beng and @brianhioe at this year's Taipei International Book Exhibition, which runs through Sunday. Thanks to @jojjeols for the pic🙏
MJHA is thrilled to announce the three finalists for the 2026 Modern Japan History Association Book Prize! Congratulations to Kristopher W. Kersey, Barak Kushner, and Simon Partner!
An exemplary review by @jcmittelstaedt of @JosephTorigian's THE PARTY'S INTERESTS COME FIRST. One of the best scholarly works of 2025. It is a review that shines a light on the book's myriad accomplishments but also the paths not taken. Heightening our insights to its strenghths
My review of @JosephTorigian's book on Xi's father in The China Quarterly "Let us directly go to the verdict: Joseph Torigian’s biography of Xi Zhongxun is an impressive achievement." cambridge.org/core/journals/…
My Paris Review interview with Georges is a career highlight. What a life. theparisreview.org/blog/2018/05/2…
NYU Shanghai Prof of Mathematics Alejandro Ramirez has been named a recipient of the Humboldt Research Award 🎉 One of the world’s most prestigious research honors, the award recognizes his contributions to mathematics and supports new international collaborations in Germany.…
Happy New Year from NYU Shanghai 🎊 Cheers to new ideas, new connections, and new possibilities in the year ahead. #HAPPY2026 #NYUShanghai
My forthcoming book is now listed with the cover! cambridge.org/ga/universityp…
Lin Zexu reporting to the Daoguang emperor he just destroyed 19179 chests of opium. Daoguang responded by saying that this was truly news that pleases one's heart
I have witnessed first hand the transformative power of NYU Shanghai's Summer Immersion Program. If you have students looking for a top level experience with top level instructors you cannot go wrong with NYU Shanghai!
Want to level up your #Mandarin? Registration for #NYUShanghai's 2026 Summer Chinese Immersion Program (May 29-August 1, 2026) will open in mid-December. More info: shorturl.at/ULJJp Priority Deadline: Tuesday February 10, 2026 | Regular Deadline: Sunday, March 1, 2026
How much can a tiny nudge change a turbulent flow? 🌊 New research from NYU Shanghai’s Vahagn Nersesyan shows that even small, local controls—a few “inputs” or a thin heating strip—can steer an entire fluid system. Big insight, small actions → big effects. #FluidDynamics…
🧵 Thread on the mysterious death of Chinese internet celebrity cat Wukong 👇 The meeting between the Chinese cyclist Zhao Shuo and the playful kitten he named Wukong seemed to come straight from a novel. The little kitten scratched at his tent at 4 am, and as soon as she had…
New by @MariaRepnikova : The New Soft-Power Imbalance foreignaffairs.com/united-states/… via @ForeignAffairs
👏Don't miss the latest episode of "Exploring Fuzhou with Shan Jixiang" Season 2! Join Shan Jixiang as he delves into the life and moral legacy of Lin Zexu — a renowned historical figure from Fuzhou. Tap to watch Episode 6 now!
World-renowned pianist Kong Xiangdong, appointed professor-at-large at NYU Shanghai was welcomed back to campus to speak on the power of music, resilience, and the human spirit, before an audience of over 400. shanghai.nyu.edu/news/pianist-k…
Can ancient wisdom solve modern problems? NYU Shanghai economist Emiliano Catonini reimagines the King Solomon dilemma through game theory, showing how logic & incentives can create fairer systems for resource allocation. 🔗 Read more: shanghai.nyu.edu/is/emiliano-ca…
Cycling around Yuandang Lake with Chancellor Tong Shijun as our guide! NYU Shanghai community members geared up on Saturday for another epic ride on the Chancellor's Discover China Series. They spend the morning and afternoon cycling and learning about the ecological development…
A new study led by NYU Shanghai Provost @beiwu66 published in @alzdemjournals highlights how culturally tailored recruitment and intervention strategies can transform dementia caregiving among Chinese & Korean American caregivers. 🔗 bit.ly/47io9to
🌕✨For NYU Shanghai students from around the world, the Mid-Autumn Festival is more than a holiday—it’s a time to connect across cultures, reflect on heritage, and celebrate togetherness. From family dinners to first-time mooncake tastings—6 students share what this special…
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