The Selected Works of Mao Zedong

"The Selected Works of Mao Zedong" is a collection of writings and speeches by Mao, a pivotal Chinese leader. It covers his thoughts on socialism, revolution, and governance, reflecting his strategies and philosophy during China's transformation. The book is used to understand Mao’s ideas on how to build a communist society, emphasizing the importance of peasant support, continuous revolution, and self-reliance. It played a key role in guiding China's political and social policies in the 20th century and remains influential in studies of modern Chinese history and communist theory.