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Insightful journey through China's complex political awakening.
If you're intrigued by modern history and personal narratives that delve into the human side of monumental political shifts, "Out of Mao's Shadow" might just captivate you. Philip P. Pan skillfully intertwines individual stories with the larger narrative of China's struggle towards freedom, painting a vivid picture of resilience and change. This book would be an excellent choice for anyone interested in understanding the nuances of China's transition away from its revolutionary past and what that means for its people's quest for political expression.
- Arthur Ross Book Award for Gold Medal (2009)
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ISBN: 9781416537069
Authors:
Philip P. Pan
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Date of Publication: 2009-06-23
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 4.1
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Now in paperback, an intimate, elegant account of a society in the most important book in a generation about the Chinese people and their long, heartbreaking battle for political freedom. Out of Mao’s Shadow offers a startling perspective on China and its remarkable transformation, challenging conventional wisdom about the political apathy of the Chinese people and the notion that prosperity leads automatically to freedom. Like David Remnick’s Lenin’s Tomb, this is a moving story of a nation in transition, of a people coming to terms with their past and struggling to take control of their future.
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Insightful journey through China's complex political awakening.
If you're intrigued by modern history and personal narratives that delve into the human side of monumental political shifts, "Out of Mao's Shadow" might just captivate you. Philip P. Pan skillfully intertwines individual stories with the larger narrative of China's struggle towards freedom, painting a vivid picture of resilience and change. This book would be an excellent choice for anyone interested in understanding the nuances of China's transition away from its revolutionary past and what that means for its people's quest for political expression.
- Arthur Ross Book Award for Gold Medal (2009)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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