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#444 – Vejas Liulevicius: Communism, Marxism, Nazism, Stalin, Mao, and Hitler

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Communism and the Legacies of Mao

This chapter explores the impact of communism in 20th century Germany and China, analyzing the outcomes of historical events shaped by the rise of Nazism and Mao's interpretation of Marxism. It discusses the philosophical implications of Leninism and the Great Leap Forward, revealing the catastrophic consequences of Mao's ambitious reforms. Additionally, the chapter reflects on Mao's complex relationship with Stalin, the censorship in China, and the ongoing tensions between China's historical narrative and its contemporary political landscape.

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