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Explore the scholarly debate surrounding one of the most controversial works on Chinese history. Published by Routledge, this book provides an academic response to Jung Chang and Jon Halliday's "Mao: The Unknown Story." While the original 2005 bestseller portrayed Mao as a monster and a ruler driven by terror, serious China scholars have offered different perspectives. This text examines the criticisms raised by experts regarding the authority and methods used in the original publication. It serves as a necessary counterpoint for readers interested in a rigorous academic view of Mao Zedong's legacy and the historical accuracy of popular narratives. This work is essential for students and historians seeking to understand the scholarly reaction to a worldwide bestseller.

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This Routledge publication provides an academic response to the controversial book "Mao: The Unknown Story" by Jung Chang and Jon Halliday.

The text addresses the scholarly criticisms regarding the methods and authority used in the original 2005 bestseller.

Readers can examine the differing views held by serious China scholars compared to the popular press reviews.

This book offers a deep look into the historical debate surrounding the portrayal of Mao as a ruler.

It serves as a critical resource for those studying world history and the academic reception of modern Chinese history texts.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
29 June 2009
Listed Since
11 December 2008

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