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Explore the global history and enduring influence of Mao Zedong's 'Little Red Book.' This collection of quotations from Chairman Mao became a ubiquitous symbol of the Cultural Revolution in China and a source of inspiration (and controversy) for revolutionary movements worldwide. Discover the book's origins, its impact on political thought, and its complex legacy as a tool of propaganda and a guide to action.

Explore the tumultuous era of the Cultural Revolution in China, instigated by Chairman Mao and executed by the Red Guards. This period saw the rise of the infamous Gang of Four and profoundly impacted a Lost Generation, leading to widespread social upheaval, political purges, and the imprisonment of many in places like Qincheng Prison, all fueled by Mao's revolutionary 'Quotations'.