Chairman Mao Badges: Symbols and Slogans of the Cultural Revolution

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The book offers a comprehensive exploration of Chairman Mao badges, which were ubiquitous during China's Cultural Revolution. It showcases the British Museum's collection of 300 badges, emphasizing their diverse materials and designs. This first English-language catalogue caters to both novices and experts, providing a narrative history alongside detailed glossaries of the badges' symbolic imagery and slogans. It aims to bridge the gap in understanding Chinese revolutionary history, making it accessible to a wider audience.