Mao's Great Famine by Frank Dikötter
The History of China's Most Devastating Catastrophe, 1958-1962
The book provides a detailed examination of the catastrophic Great Chinese Famine that occurred between 1958 and 1962, during which millions of people perished as a result of the policies implemented under the Great Leap Forward. It delves into the political and social dynamics of the era, highlighting how Mao Zedong's radical economic and agricultural reforms, coupled with a culture of fear and misinformation, led to widespread starvation and suffering. Through extensive archival research, the narrative uncovers the human cost of the famine, illustrating the devastating impact of authoritarian governance and the manipulation of truth on a massive scale.
The 14901st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2010
- Nationality
- Chinese
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-500
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- Baillie Gifford Prize for Non-fiction (The Baillie Gifford Prize for Non-Fiction)
- Making Sense of Chinese History (Scholar's Stage)