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Mao
Michael Lynch s second edition of Mao examines the life of this controversial figure. Opening with a detailed chronology, it delves into Mao s younger years and tracks his gradual rise to power, with a chapter dedicated to the cult status that surrounded him.
Through a wealth of primary and secondary sources and a balanced consideration of the conflicting views that surround Mao s leadership, this book provides a thorough exploration of Mao s political and private life. Key features of the second edition include a detailed analysis of the Long March, Sino-Japanese relations and an assessment of Mao s ongoing legacy.
This biography will be essential reading for anyone interested in Mao and the politics of twentieth-century China.
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Through a wealth of primary and secondary sources and a balanced consideration of the conflicting views that surround Mao s leadership, this book provides a thorough exploration of Mao s political and private life. Key features of the second edition include a detailed analysis of the Long March, Sino-Japanese relations and an assessment of Mao s ongoing legacy.
This biography will be essential reading for anyone interested in Mao and the politics of twentieth-century China.
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280 pages, Hardcover
First published May 2, 2017
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