Description
This book tells the story of environmental destruction and human suffering during the Mao years.
Reviews
'Shapiro's well-written book ... tells a shocking story that needs to be told.' Crispin Tickell, Nature
'Shapiro is a gifted storyteller, and the book is a fascinating read ... a must-read for anyone interested in understanding not only all that the Chinese people have endured in their recent past but also how those turbulent times shape the current environment and future possibilities.' Elizabeth Economy, www.washingtonpost.com
'Both for readers interested in China's past and for those concerned about its future, the story Shapiro tells is a valuable account of Mao's regime - one of the last century's most tragic episodes.' Natural History
'... this illuminating book makes an important contribution to assessing the enormous damage done between the Communist takeover in 1949 and Mao's death in 1976. Shapiro is excellent at putting Mao's thought in its historical and cultural context.' China Review
Book Information
ISBN 9780521786805
Author Judith Shapiro
Format Paperback
Page Count 332
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 450g
Dimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm * 19mm