China's Urban Revolutionaries

Focusing on the origins and evolution of Chinese Trotskyism, this study highlights its significant role as a dissenting force within the Chinese Communist Party from 1921 to 1952. It examines the contributions of key figures like Chen Duxiu, whose revolutionary ideas resonated with Chinese youth and influenced movements, including the pivotal events of 1989. The analysis delves into the ideological and historical context that shaped this unique opposition within the CCP leading up to the party's ascension to power in 1949.