Mao - Brossura

Lynch, Michael

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0415215781 ISBN 13: 9780415215787

Casa editrice: Routledge, 2004

Riassunto

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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Recensione:

'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

L'autore:

Michael Lynch teaches history at the University of Leicester.

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Routledge
• Data di pubblicazione: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0415215781
• ISBN 13: 9780415215787
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 292