Mao Hardback
by Michael (University of Leicester, UK) Lynch
Part of the Routledge Historical Biographies series
Hardback
Description
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, an account of 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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Out of stock
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:324 pages, 1 Tables, black and white; 8 Illustrations, black and white
- Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication Date:02/05/2017
- Category:
- ISBN:9781138122062
Information
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Out of stock
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:324 pages, 1 Tables, black and white; 8 Illustrations, black and white
- Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication Date:02/05/2017
- Category:
- ISBN:9781138122062