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China: The Life and Times of Chairman Mao

How to Invent a Country

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This chapter explores the evolution of the Chinese Legation from its Qing Dynasty origins to its enigmatic status post-1949. Through a schoolboy's anecdote, it illustrates the curious accessibility of diplomatic spaces amidst China's historical upheaval.

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