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Routledge - Was Mao Really a Monster? Academic History Book

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Explore the scholarly debate surrounding one of the most controversial biographies in modern history. "Mao: The Unknown Story" by Jung Chang and Jon Halliday became a global bestseller by portraying Mao as a monster comparable to Hitler and Stalin. While the popular press gave the book a rapturous welcome, serious China scholars raised significant questions regarding its authority and methodology. "Was Mao Really a Monster?" provides the academic response to these claims. This work examines the critical views held by historians who questioned the authors' methods and the accuracy of their portrayal of Mao's rise to power and his rule. If you are interested in the complex history of China and the tension between popular narratives and academic research, this book offers a necessary perspective on the historiography of the era.

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Examines the academic response to the bestseller "Mao: The Unknown Story" by Jung Chang and Jon Halliday.

Provides a scholarly critique of the methods used to portray Mao's rise to power and his leadership.

Offers a deep look into the differing views between popular press reviews and serious China scholars.

Analyzes the controversy surrounding the portrayal of Mao as a figure equal to Hitler or Stalin.

A valuable resource for readers interested in the history of China and academic historical debates.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: Hardcover
ASIN: 0415493293
Category: Books > Subjects > History > World History
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 29 June 2009
Listed Since: 11 December 2008

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