Conflict and Change, 1949–1976
by
Felix Wemheuer
Language: English
Release Date: March 31, 2019
When the Chinese communists came to power in 1949, they promised to 'turn society upside down'. Efforts to build a communist society created hopes and dreams, coupled with fear and disillusionment. The Chinese people made great efforts towards modernization and social change in this period of transition,...