Mao Zedong: A Life by Jonathan D. Spence

Mao Zedong: A Life

Penguin Lives

Jonathan D. Spence

188 pages first pub 1999 (editions)

nonfiction biography history challenging informative slow-paced
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"Spence draws upon his extensive knowledge of Chinese politics and culture to create an illuminating picture of Mao. . . . Superb." (Chicago Tribune) From humble origins in the provinces, Mao Zedong rose to absolute power, unifying with an iron fi...

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