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Mao's Forgotten Successor

The Political Career of Hua Guofeng

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Robert Weatherley

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The narrative follows Hua Guofeng's unexpected ascent to leadership in China after Mao's death in 1976, highlighting his unremarkable prior career. His rapid rise is contrasted with his swift decline as Deng Xiaoping, a more astute and dynamic politician, overshadowed him in just over two years. This account captures the dramatic shifts in power dynamics within the Chinese political landscape during a pivotal era.

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Title: Mao's Forgotten Successor
Subtitle: The Political Career of Hua Guofeng
Language: English
Authors: Robert Weatherley
Publisher: Springer Nature Singapore
Released: 2010
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 203
ISBN13: 9780230542471
Tags: History, World History, Political Science & Politics
Rating: 3.8 out of 5
Description: The narrative follows Hua Guofeng's unexpected ascent to leadership in China after Mao's death in 1976, highlighting his unremarkable prior career. His rapid rise is contrasted with his swift decline as Deng Xiaoping, a more astute and dynamic politician, overshadowed him in just over two years. This account captures the dramatic shifts in power dynamics within the Chinese political landscape during a pivotal era.