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'Readers gain not only a knowledge of Mao's life but a good introduction to China's history and with it an excellent analysis of the revolutionary in any age or country.' - Contemporary Review
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Michael Lynch presents an engaging and thorough account of Mao's life and politics, making use of a wealth of primary and secondary sources. He locates Maoism in the broader context of twentieth century Chinese history, discussing the development of the Chinese Communist Party, the creation of the People's Republic of China and the Cultural Revolution, and the part played by Mao in the Cold War. Details of Mao's controversial private life as well as his political and philosophical thought add to this diverse picture of the influential leader.
This well-written biography will be essential reading to anyone interested in twentieth century China and its most memorable figure.
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On 1 October 1949, a fifty-six-year-old peasant stood on a balcony of the South Gate of the Forbidden City in Beijing. Read the first page
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On 1 October 1949, a fifty-six-year-old peasant stood on a balcony of the South Gate of the Forbidden City in Beijing. Read the first page
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I bought this book as I was writing a research essay about China's Economic Policy and its influences between 1949-1965. The book is concise, easy to read and includes all the facts that you will need right across Mao's life.
I found it very informative and well written and out of the many books that I do have on the topic I personally believe this to be the most accessible and enjoyable to read.
It has a very useful Chronology at the start of the book and a great conclusion to Mao's rule at the end.
Very much worth the buy.
I found it very informative and well written and out of the many books that I do have on the topic I personally believe this to be the most accessible and enjoyable to read.
It has a very useful Chronology at the start of the book and a great conclusion to Mao's rule at the end.
Very much worth the buy.
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