In ninety black and white photos Michael Karhausen documents the world of the children of China. Through their faces and activities Chinese culture comes alive. While the photos and captions introduce contemporary China, the accompanying text provides a fascinating overview of China's history, from the first emperor up to the most recent economic reforms promoted by the late Deng Xiaoping. Children in China also addresses children's issues in China, from the role of children and the deep respect for elders within the family, to the "one-child" policy, to how a deep reverence for learning and discipline co-exists with a drive for new technology, to the contrasts between rural life and city life.