| Title | : | "The Red Dragon Rises: Mao Tse-tung and the Making of Modern China" |
|---|---|---|
| Author | : | Santosh |
| Release | : | 2025-04-14 |
| Kind | : | ebook |
| Genre | : | Social Science, Books, Nonfiction, History, Asian History, History of the Americas |
| Size | : | 79164 |
| The Red Dragon Rises: Mao Tse-tung and the Making of Modern China offers a compelling and nuanced exploration of one of the most transformative figures in modern history. Through vivid storytelling and insightful analysis, this book traces the rise of Mao Tse-tung, from his humble beginnings in rural Hunan to his leadership of a revolutionary movement that would forever alter the trajectory of China. Set against the backdrop of a collapsing empire, foreign occupation, and civil unrest, the narrative delves into Mao's early influences, ideological evolution, and unrelenting pursuit of a unified and independent China. As the Chinese Communist Party emerged from obscurity in the 1920s to challenge the dominance of the Nationalist Kuomintang, Mao stood out as a visionary who defied traditional Marxist doctrine by mobilising the peasantry as the driving force of revolution. The book follows the dramatic events of the Long March, the resistance against Japanese occupation, and the eventual triumph of the Communist forces in the Chinese Civil War, culminating in the founding of the People's Republic of China in 1949. It also examines the controversial and far-reaching policies that followed, including the Great Leap Forward and the Cultural Revolution, which shaped both the internal dynamics of Chinese society and its global image. Balanced and thought-provoking, The Red Dragon Rises does not shy away from the contradictions that defined Mao's leadership—his unwavering commitment to revolutionary ideals, his brutal suppression of dissent, and his role in both nation-building and national trauma. Rather than offering a one-sided portrayal, the book invites readers to consider the complexity of Mao's legacy and the enduring impact of his rule. This is more than a biography—it is a study of how one man's vision helped awaken the "Red Dragon" of China, steering it from imperial decay and colonial subjugation to become a major force on the world stage. Ideal for students, historians, and general readers alike, The Red Dragon Rises provides an essential foundation for understanding the origins of modern China and the profound legacy of its most enigmatic architect. |
