Mao's Cultural Army
- 269 pages
- 10 hours of reading
This study explores the role of drama troupes tasked with roaming the countryside in support of Mao's communist revolution in China.
Cambridge Studies in the History of the People's Republic of ChinaSeries
This series delves into the intricate social, political, and cultural history of socialist China. Leveraging new sources and meticulous research, it examines regional variations and the unintended consequences of Communist Party rule. The books offer stimulating, rigorously researched insights for a broad audience, embracing diverse disciplines and approaches. It explores Chinese history from 1949 onwards, placing it within a global context.
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In this empirically rich exploration of the social and cultural significance of Chinese communist legal practice in constructing marriage and gender relations in the turbulent period from 1940 to 1960, Xiaoping Cong interrogates the development of the revolutionary principle of 'self- determination' in the choice of marriage partner.
Marriage, Law and Gender in Revolutionary China
- 346 pages
- 13 hours of reading
The book delves into how Chinese communist legal practices shaped marriage and gender relations between 1940 and 1960, highlighting their social and cultural implications during a transformative era. It examines the intersection of law, societal norms, and gender roles, providing insight into the complexities of personal relationships amid political upheaval. Through this lens, the text uncovers the broader impact of legal frameworks on the lives of individuals and the evolving dynamics within Chinese society.
Across the Great Divide
- 226 pages
- 8 hours of reading
This revisionist history of China's sent-down youth movement draws on rich archival research to show how participants in the movement - the sent-down youth, their parents, and local government officials - disregarded, circumvented, and manipulated state policy, ultimately undermining a decade- long Maoist project.