About the book
“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 fist a vast country torn apart by years of weak leadership, colonialism, and war. This sharply drawn and insightful account brings to life this modern-day emperor and the tumultuous era that he did so much to shape.
Jonathan Spence captures Mao in all his paradoxical grandeur and sheds light on the radical transformation he unleashed that still reverberates in China today.
Editions of Mao Zedong
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780670886692
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780143037729
- EBook
- ISBN 9781101077047
- Audiobook
- ISBN 9780736648547
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9781415910603
- AudioDisc
- ISBN 9780736652179
- AudioDisc
- ISBN 9780736677967
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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 fist a vast country torn apart by years of weak leadership, colonialism, and war. This sharply drawn and insightful account brings to life this modern-day emperor and the tumultuous era that he did so much to shape.
Jonathan Spence captures Mao in all his paradoxical grandeur and sheds light on the radical transformation he unleashed that still reverberates in China today.
Frequently Asked Questions
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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 fist a vast country torn apart by years of weak leadership, colonialism, and war. This sharply drawn and insightful account brings to life this modern-day emperor and the tumultuous era that he did so much to shape.
Jonathan Spence captures Mao in all his paradoxical grandeur and sheds light on the radical transformation he unleashed that still reverberates in China today.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Mao Zedong?
Biography, Literature and Literary studies > Biography and non-fiction prose > Biography: general > Biography: historical, political and military
Where can I read a sample of Mao Zedong?
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Who is/are the Author/s of the book Mao Zedong?
Jonathan D. Spence
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Mao Zedong is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780670886692) and paperback(ISBN 9780143037729) and ebook(ISBN 9781101077047) and audiobook(ISBN 9780736648547) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9781415910603) and audiodisc(ISBN 9780736652179) and audiodisc(ISBN 9780736677967)
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