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The Hundred-Year Marathon: China's Secret Strategy to Replace America as the Global Superpower

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The Hundred-Year Marathon: China's Secret Strategy to Replace America as the Global Superpower#1 National Bestseller Featured on the Secretary of the Air Force's Reading List for 2026 "Pungently written and rich in detail, this book deserves to enter the mainstream of debate over the future of U. S. Chinese relations." Foreign Affairs One of the U. S. government's leading China experts reveals the hidden strategy fueling that country's rise and how Americans have been seduced into helping China overtake us as the world's leading superpower.

#1 National Bestseller
Featured on the Secretary of the Air Force's Reading List for 2026

"Pungently written and rich in detail, this book deserves to enter the mainstream of debate over the future of U.S. Chinese relations."--Foreign Affairs

One of the U.S. government's leading China experts reveals the hidden strategy fueling that country's rise - and how Americans have been seduced into helping China overtake us as the world's leading superpower.

For more than forty years, the United States has played an indispensable role helping the Chinese government build a booming economy, develop its scientific and military capabilities, and take its place on the world stage, in the belief that China's rise will bring us cooperation, diplomacy, and free trade. But what if the "China Dream" is to replace us, just as America replaced the British Empire, without firing a shot?

Based on interviews with Chinese defectors and newly declassified, previously undisclosed national security documents, The Hundred-Year Marathon reveals China's secret strategy to supplant the United States as the world's dominant power, and to do so by 2049, the one-hundredth anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic. Michael Pillsbury, a fluent Mandarin speaker who has served in senior national security positions in the U.S. government since the days of Richard Nixon and Henry Kissinger, draws on his decades of contact with the "hawks" in China's military and intelligence agencies and translates their documents, speeches, and books to show how the teachings of traditional Chinese statecraft underpin their actions. He offers an inside look at how the Chinese really view America and its leaders - as barbarians who will be the architects of their own demise.

Pillsbury also explains how the U.S. government has helped - sometimes unwittingly and sometimes deliberately - to make this "China Dream" come true, and he calls for the United States to implement a new, more competitive strategy toward China as it really is, and not as we might wish it to be. The Hundred-Year Marathon is a wake-up call as we face the greatest national security challenge of the twenty-first century.
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Technical Gaming Editor with a toddler!
Louisville, US
★★★★★ 5
Surprisingly sturdy at 3¢ each, better than expected for a large 1,000-count bulk spoon box 🥄📦
📝 Summary For about 3 cents per spoon, I expected these to be extremely flimsy. They are still disposable plastic spoons, but they are stronger than I expected and a very solid value for a 1,000-count box. ✅ Pros    • Very low cost per spoon.    • Stiffer than many bargain disposable spoons.    • Reinforced shape helps the handle resist bending.    • Useful for parties, lunches, quick meals, and everyday convenience.    • Serious value for the money if you use disposable utensils often. ⚠️ Cons    • Not as sturdy as metal utensils or thick premium plastic spoons.    • Still disposable, so the waste tradeoff is worth thinking about.    • Hard frozen foods may still need a little care. 🥄 Review At this price per spoon, I expected these to feel like the cheapest, flimsiest spoons possible. They actually surprised me. The design helps a lot. The handle has a shaped, reinforced feel, and the spoon does not bend as easily as many low-cost disposable spoons I have used. It is not metal-spoon sturdy, and it is not the same as a thick premium plastic spoon, but it is definitely better than I expected for the price. For normal meals, snacks, lunches, parties, and quick cleanups, these are completely practical. They could even handle softer ice cream with a little effort, which is more than I can say for some thin disposable spoons that fold almost immediately. The main selling point is the value. A 1,000-count box at this price makes sense if you want disposable spoons around the house or for gatherings. There is still the environmental side to consider, but from a convenience and cost standpoint, these are a strong buy. 💡 Quick tips    • Good for parties, lunch bags, office kitchens, crafts, and pet-food scooping.    • Keep some in a car, picnic bin, pantry, or emergency kit.    • For hard ice cream, let it soften slightly first. 🧑‍🍳 My take I bought these expecting very basic spoons, but they are better than that. They are not fancy, but they are sturdy enough, useful, and priced very well for how many you get. I would buy them again.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2026
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Steven L. Mckee
Grantham, US
★★★★★ 5
Exactly why I expected
I ordered the Amazon Basics disposable white spoons primarily for the office. We have veteran events to inform and educate about veterans benefits. Funding is limited, so I try to save money where possible and these spoons were a great value! They come out to less than 3 cents each and they will last over a year. They are the same quality and feel of the plastic spoons we previously bought at the local grocery store, but due to the larger quantity it is a much better value. I decided to break the big box down into gallon zip lock bags, which made storage easier in my case. This also allowed them to be easier transported and to track usage better. We previously would buy just enough for each event, but that was a hassle with the higher costs and the trips to the grocery store. They are sturdy and hold up to use in thick dips. I would recommend these for anyone trying to save som money and spend less trips to the grocery store.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2026
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TwinMama0911
Massapequa, US
★★★★★ 5
Great Bulk Pack of Disposable Spoons for Everyday Use
The Amazon Basics Disposable Everyday White Spoons are a very practical and affordable option for parties, offices, events, break rooms, or everyday household use. The large 1000-count pack is especially convenient because it lasts a long time and helps reduce the need for constant restocking. The spoons are lightweight but still sturdy enough for most everyday foods like cereal, yogurt, desserts, soups, and side dishes. They don’t feel overly flimsy for normal use, which is important for disposable utensils. I also like the clean white design because it works well for casual gatherings, parties, school events, picnics, and office lunches. Having such a large quantity on hand is very helpful for busy households or larger events. The spoons are individually easy to grab and separate from the bulk packaging, making storage and use simple and convenient. Overall, this is a reliable and cost-effective bulk pack of disposable spoons that works well for everyday meals, gatherings, and large events.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2026
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Sgt Citizen
Dallas, US
★★★★★ 5
Bulk spoons finally broke my bad habit
We used to grab those little 20 packs from the grocery store every couple weeks and it felt like I was always running out at the worst time. When I saw this giant box I got pretty stoked and pulled the trigger right away. They are exactly what you would expect from basic disposable spoons. Solid enough for everyday stuff like yogurt, ice cream, or takeout without bending too much. Nothing fancy but they get the job done every time. At about three cents each it feels like a much smarter way to buy them. Now that we have a thousand of them sitting in the pantry I catch myself using them way more often instead of washing silverware for small snacks. This box should easily last us a couple years and I am already glad I do not have to make those annoying little trips anymore.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2026
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P. H.
Carnegie, US
★★★★★ 4
BIG box of spoons
This is one big box of white plastic spoons. Probably more than you need for home use. I’ll probably end up donating most of these to my kid’s school for the teachers lounge. The spoons are not packaged in smaller boxes or bags inside. The quality is pretty good for “everyday” spoons. Compared to the spoons I get at my local grocery store which feel more like premium plastic ware, these are smaller and made of a softer plastic. I wouldn’t call them flimsy, but they are definitely not as sturdy as the other spoons. As far as value goes, I don’t think you can find a better deal for bulk plastic spoons (currently about $30 for 1000)
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Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2026

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