Edgar Snow
Edgar Snow was an American journalist known for his books and articles on Communism in China and the Chinese Communist revolution. He is best known for his book 'Red Star Over China', which was the first detailed account of the Chinese Communist Party in the West and served to introduce Mao Zedong and other communist leaders to the world.
Books
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1. Red Star Over China
"Red Star Over China" is a seminal work of journalism that provides a detailed account of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and the rise of Mao Zedong during the 1930s. Based on the author's extensive interviews with Mao and other Communist leaders while living with them at their revolutionary base in Yan'an, the book offers a firsthand glimpse into the personalities, events, and circumstances that shaped the early Communist movement in China. The narrative not only demystifies Mao and his ideological and military strategies but also provides insights into the hardships faced by the Red Army and their resilience in the struggle against both the Nationalist forces and Japanese invaders. This work played a crucial role in shaping Western perceptions of Mao and the Chinese Communist revolution.
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