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Talking about Mao Zedong, with Ross Terrill

BROADCAST: Aug. 4, 1980 | DURATION: 00:56:35

Synopsis

The Australian-born American historian and China scholar discusses his book, Mao: A Biography.

*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
 

Details

Broadcast Date
Aug. 4, 1980

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 55 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
56 minutes, 35 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Travel & Culture - China World History & Politics

People

Social Scientists Authors, Writers

Tags

WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Terrill, Ross--Interviews Political scientists--United States--20th century--Interviews China--Politics and government--20th century. China--Foreign relations--20th century Audiotapes. Radio programs. Terrill, Ross,-- interviewee

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