Forging Leninism in China

Meer over het boek

The Jinggang Mountains serve as a powerful symbol of revolutionary history, particularly highlighting Mao Zedong's legacy. Once a stronghold for bandit leader Yuan Wencai, the area is now a bustling town with memorial halls dedicated to the Red Army's heroic deeds. Visitors engage with patriotic education through reenactments and ceremonies, often leaving with a reinforced acceptance of the official narrative that positions Mao's influence as pivotal in transforming China from poverty and turmoil to a prosperous nation.