Handwritten poems of Mao Zedong

Author: Documentation and Research Center of the CPC Central Committee, Central Archives
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Publishing Date: 1997-09-01
Features: Mao Zedong was not only a great modern Chinese poet but also an outstanding calligrapher. His classical poetry and the autographed manuscripts of his own poems are truly a matchless combination, deeply influential. This book collects mostly the autographed manuscripts of Mao Zedong's favorite self-composed poems, showcasing his calligraphic treasures and revealing immense artistic charm, offering readers a noble aesthetic experience. The book includes 120 autographed manuscripts of 46 of Mao Zedong's poems, arranged chronologically by the time of their composition. Most of these manuscripts are works of calligraphy, with a small number being drafts. The majority of them are rare treasures held by the Central Archives, with one-third being published for the first time. The book is printed as a facsimile of the original manuscripts, preserving their original appearance and style, making it a valuable edition with documentary, appreciative, and collectible value.