# Mao Zedong

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- Book: [Mao Zedong](https://www.bookquiver.com/jonathan-spence/mao-zedong) ([Mao Zedong.md](https://www.bookquiver.com/jonathan-spence/mao-zedong.md))
- Authors: [Jonathan Spence](https://www.bookquiver.com/jonathan-spence)
- Publisher: Penguin Books
- ISBN: 978-01-4303-772-9
- Pages: 208
- Published: 2006-08-29
- Language: en_US
- Binding: Softcover

## Description

“Spence draws upon his extensive knowledge of Chinese politics and culture to create an illuminating picture of Mao. . . . Superb.” (Chicago Tribune) From humble origins in the provinces,...