Chinese Soft Power, written by Maria Repnikova.

"Chinese Soft Power" by Maria Repnikova is a comprehensive analysis of China's soft power tools, policies, and practices. The book explores the Chinese perspective on soft power and compares it to Western understandings. Repnikova examines key soft power tools such as Confucius Institutes, Chinese media, educational exchanges, and mega events, and discusses how they are received by other countries. The book also addresses the impact of China's pandemic policies on its soft power, and offers recommendations for future research. However, one criticism is that the book neglects to discuss how China may have influenced Western soft power mechanisms. Overall, "Chinese Soft Power" provides valuable insights into China's soft power strategies and their implications in the Xi Jinping era. [Extracted from the article]