Mao Zedong

Mao Zedong was a Chinese communist revolutionary and founding father of the People's Republic of China, which he governed as the chairman of the Chinese Communist Party from its establishment in 1949 until his death in 1976. He is known for his role in the Chinese Revolution and for his political theories, military strategies, and policies, collectively known as Maoism.

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  1. 1. Obras Escogidas, Tomo 5

    This volume is a comprehensive collection of writings and speeches that delve into the political, military, and philosophical thoughts of a prominent Chinese leader during a transformative period in China's history. It offers insights into the strategies and ideologies that shaped the revolutionary movement and the establishment of the People's Republic of China. The text reflects on the challenges of governance, the importance of unity and discipline within the party, and the role of the masses in achieving societal change. Through these selected works, readers gain a deeper understanding of the principles that guided the leader's vision for a new China.

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  2. 2. Obras Escogidas, Tomo 4

    This volume delves into a collection of speeches, essays, and writings that reflect on the socio-political landscape of China during a transformative era. It captures the essence of revolutionary thought, emphasizing the importance of unity, perseverance, and ideological purity in the pursuit of a socialist society. Through a series of strategic insights and philosophical musings, it offers a window into the challenges and triumphs faced in the quest to reshape a nation, highlighting the interplay between theory and practice in the broader context of global political dynamics.

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  3. 3. Obras Escogidas De Mao Tse Tung Volumen 3

    This volume delves into the strategic and ideological underpinnings of the Chinese revolutionary movement during a pivotal period. It encapsulates a series of speeches, essays, and directives that provide insight into the tactical decisions and philosophical foundations that guided the Communist Party of China. The text reflects on the challenges faced during the struggle for power, emphasizing the importance of unity, perseverance, and adaptability in the face of adversity. It offers a comprehensive view of the socio-political landscape of the time, highlighting the interplay between theory and practice in the pursuit of a socialist state.

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  4. 4. Obras Escogidas De Mao Tse Tung Vol. Ii

    This volume delves into the ideological and strategic insights of a prominent revolutionary leader, focusing on the period of the Chinese Civil War and the early years of the People's Republic of China. It presents a collection of essays and speeches that articulate the principles of Marxism-Leninism adapted to the Chinese context, emphasizing the importance of agrarian reform, the role of the peasantry, and the necessity of a protracted people's war. The writings reflect on the challenges of nation-building, the consolidation of power, and the pursuit of socialist transformation, offering a comprehensive view of the political and philosophical underpinnings that shaped a pivotal era in modern Chinese history.

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  5. 5. Obras Escogidas, Vol 1

    This volume is a collection of seminal writings and speeches that delve into the ideological and strategic foundations of revolutionary thought and practice. It offers insights into the principles of Marxism-Leninism as adapted to the unique socio-political landscape of China, emphasizing the importance of peasant mobilization, guerrilla warfare, and the role of the Communist Party in leading the masses towards a socialist future. Through a series of essays and addresses, it captures the evolution of revolutionary tactics and the philosophical underpinnings that guided the transformation of a nation.

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  6. 6. On Practice

    An argument that genuine knowledge originates in practical experience and must be tested, corrected, and advanced through ongoing social practice; it outlines a Marxist method of cognition—moving from sensory experience to abstraction and back to practice—and emphasizes the unity of theory and practice, asserting that practice both validates and deepens understanding and is necessary to transform the world.