Endless Possibilities

Carl Girth shares his nuanced view of China, highlighting both the allure and challenges, particularly environmental issues. As a historian, he values the vast scope of historical inquiry and uses China as a lens to study global processes. He emphasizes the importance of imagination in research, noting the endless topics available for exploration.

What is one of the main challenges Carl Girth faces when spending time in China?

• Political restrictions

• Environmental issues

• Language barriers

• Cultural differences

Why does Carl Girth find China fascinating as a historian?

• It is a rapidly developing country

• It offers a wide range of historical topics

• It has a rich cultural heritage

• It has a unique political system

What does Carl Girth use China as in his research?

• A political model

• A cultural hub

• A historical archive

• A test case for global processes

How does Carl Girth view his research opportunities?

• Focused on environmental issues

• Boundless and diverse

• Restricted by social sciences

• Limited to Chinese history

According to Carl Girth, what is the reason for feeling bored in research?

• Lack of resources

• Limited topics

• Complexity of subjects

• Personal lack of imagination