Zhou Enlai: The Early Years by Chae-Jin Lee (English) Paperback Book

Description: Zhou Enlai: The Early Years by Chae-Jin Lee This is the first scholarly account of the childhood and youth of Zhou Enlai, one of the giant figures in modern Chinese history. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The long-time Chinese premier Zhou Enlai (1898-1976) is one of the most important, interesting, and appealing figures among twentieth-century world statesmen. This book asserts that the rich and diverse personal, educational, and political experiences of Zhous formative years established clear patterns for his future and political orientations. In addition to substantiating the facts of Zhou Enlais early years for the first time, the author sets Zhous experience in the historical context of the Chinese youth of his generation, notably such events as Marxism, the Bolshevik Revolution, World War I, and the May Fourth Movement. Back Cover "Lees short but densely packed account of Zhou Enlais childhood and youth [1898-1924] corrects some important errors by earlier biographers. . . . This gracefully written biography should appeal to general as well as to academic readers."-Choice "Lee distinguishes himself by a very careful attitude to facts."-China Quarterly Author Biography Chae-Jin Lee is the BankAmerica Professor of Pacific Basin Studies and director of the Keck Center of International and Strategic Studies at Claremont McKenna College. Table of Contents Contents 1 2 3 4 Review "Lees short but densely packed account of Zhou Enlais childhood and youth [1898-1924] corrects some important errors by earlier biographers... This gracefully written biography should appeal to general as well as to academic readers." - Choice "Lee distinguishes himself by a very careful attitude to facts." - China Quarterly Long Description The long-time Chinese premier Zhou Enlai (1898-1976) is one of the most important, interesting, and appealing figures among twentieth-century world statesmen. This book asserts that the rich and diverse personal, educational, and political experiences of Zhous formative years established clear patterns for his future and political orientations. In addition to substantiating the facts of Zhou Enlais early years for the first time, the author sets Zhous experience in the historical context of the Chinese youth of his generation, notably such events as Marxism, the Bolshevik Revolution, World War I, and the May Fourth Movement. Review Quote "Lees short but densely packed account of Zhou Enlais childhood and youth [1898-1924] corrects some important errors by earlier biographers. . . . This gracefully written biography should appeal to general as well as to academic readers." Details ISBN0804727007 Author Chae-Jin Lee Short Title ZHOU ENLAI Pages 256 Publisher Stanford University Press Language English ISBN-10 0804727007 ISBN-13 9780804727006 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY B Year 1996 Publication Date 1996-03-31 Imprint Stanford University Press Subtitle The Early Years Place of Publication Palo Alto Country of Publication United States Illustrations 37 half-tones Birth 1936 Edition 1st DOI 10.1604/9780804727006 Audience Professional and Scholarly UK Release Date 1996-05-01 AU Release Date 1996-05-01 NZ Release Date 1996-05-01 US Release Date 1996-05-01 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159450671;

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