The World Turned Upside Down: A History of the Chinese Cultural Revolution

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Book Synopsis: Yang Jisheng’s The World Turned Upside Down is the definitive history of the Cultural Revolution, in withering and heartbreaking detail. As a major political event and a crucial turning point in the history of the People’s Republic of China, the Great Proletarian Cultural Revolution (1966–1976) marked the zenith as well as the nadir of Mao Zedong’s ultra-leftist politics. Reacting in part to the Soviet Union’s "revisionism" that he regarded as a threat to the future of socialism, Mao mobilized the masses in a battle against what he called "bourgeois" forces within the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). This ten-year-long class struggle on a massive scale devastated traditional Chinese culture as well as the nation’s economy. Following his groundbreaking and award-winning history of the Great Famine, Tombstone, Yang Jisheng here presents the only history of the Cultural Revolution by an independent scholar based in mainland China, and makes a crucial contribution to understanding those years' lasting influence today. The World Turned Upside Down puts every political incident, major and minor, of those ten years under extraordinary and withering scrutiny, and arrives in English at a moment when contemporary Chinese governance is leaning once more toward a highly centralized power structure and Mao-style cult of personality.

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Delve into the tumultuous history of the Chinese Cultural Revolution with Yang Jisheng’s riveting book, "The World Turned Upside Down." Gain unparalleled insight into this crucial turning point in the People’s Republic of China as Jisheng meticulously examines the devastating impact of Mao Zedong’s ultra-leftist policies. Uncover the truth behind the ten-year-long class struggle that reshaped Chinese culture and economy, leaving an indelible mark on the nation’s history.

As an independent scholar based in mainland China, Yang Jisheng provides a unique perspective in his powerful account of the Cultural Revolution. "The World Turned Upside Down" stands out as the only comprehensive history of this tumultuous period, shedding light on the enduring legacy of those chaotic years. Jisheng's meticulous research and poignant storytelling offer readers a compelling and unfiltered look at the events that forever changed the political landscape of China.

Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the in-depth analysis and poignant narrative in Yang Jisheng’s "The World Turned Upside Down." Discover the intricate details behind every political incident during those tumultuous ten years, providing critical insight into the lasting impact of the Cultural Revolution. Order your copy today and immerse yourself in this gripping account of a period marked by upheaval, struggle, and transformation.

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