A Documentary History Of Chinese Communism - Hardcover

by Conrad Brandt (Author), Benjamin Schwartz (Author), John K. Fairbank (Author)

""A Documentary History of Chinese Communism"" is a comprehensive and detailed account of the origins, development, and evolution of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) from its inception in 1921 to the present day. The book is authored by Conrad Brandt, a renowned scholar of Chinese history and politics, and is based on extensive archival research and primary sources.The book is organized into six main sections, each of which covers a distinct period in the history of Chinese communism. The first section provides an overview of the early years of the CCP, including its founding, the role of Soviet advisers, and the emergence of Mao Zedong as a key leader.The second section covers the period of the Chinese Civil War (1945-1949), during which the CCP emerged victorious over the Nationalist forces and established the People's Republic of China. This section includes a detailed account of the military campaigns, political struggles, and ideological debates that shaped the course of the conflict.The third section focuses on the early years of the People's Republic, including the land reforms, the Great Leap Forward, and the Cultural Revolution. This section also examines the role of Mao Zedong in shaping Chinese communism and the controversies surrounding his leadership.The fourth section covers the period of post-Mao reforms (1978-1992), during which the CCP began to adopt market-oriented economic policies and open up to the outside world. This section also includes a discussion of the Tiananmen Square protests and their aftermath.The fifth section examines the contemporary period of Chinese communism, including the consolidation of power under Xi Jinping, the challenges of economic reform and social stability, and the CCP's relations with the international community.The final section provides a selection of key documents, speeches, and writings from throughout the history of Chinese communism, offering readers a firsthand look at the ideas, debates, and struggles that have shaped this complex and influential political movement. Overall, ""A Documentary History of Chinese Communism"" is an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the history and politics of modern China.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.