In modern society, education is not something unusual; every person can receive it in any field of activity. For China, the development of modern education marked the end of monarchy, tyranny, the old social order and the rejection of an outdated education system. The Celestial Empire has embarked on a path of continuous development. The author analyzes the history of pedagogical thought from the beginning of the Opium Wars to the founding of the People's Republic of China. Zhu Yongxin tells how the development of modern education began, writes about outstanding figures and their pedagogical ideas, revolutionary movements, educational processes and educational programs. For students and specialists in the field of sinology, pedagogy, history and anyone interested in Chinese culture. In the format PDF A4 retained publishing layout.