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Communist China - State Propaganda Booklet
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Communist China - State Propaganda Booklet
Young woman member of a communication team, reading Maos Little Red Book with a poor female farmer during the Cultural Revolution era in Communist China, thereby teaching literacy and philosophy at the same time.
circa 1970
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
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In this evocative image from the 1970s, a young woman member of a Communist China communication team is depicted sharing the wisdom of Chairman Mao's Little Red Book with a poor, elderly female farmer during the tumultuous Cultural Revolution era. The scene unfolds against the backdrop of a rural Chinese landscape, with the rolling hills and simple dwellings serving as a stark reminder of the vast socio-economic divide that existed in China at the time. The young woman, dressed in the uniform of a Communist Party member, holds the iconic Little Red Book in her hands, its bright red cover and bold, black characters a testament to the power of the written word. The farmer, with a look of rapt attention on her face, listens intently as the young woman reads aloud from the book, her creased and weathered features etched with the lines of a life lived in poverty and hardship. This poignant moment of intergenerational and cross-class exchange serves a dual purpose: it not only represents the Communist Party's efforts to spread literacy and education among the masses, but also underscores the importance of Maoist ideology in shaping the cultural and political landscape of China during the 1970s. The smiles on both women's faces suggest a sense of connection and shared understanding, a powerful reminder of the transformative potential of ideas and the enduring power of human connection. This image, taken from the Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection, offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in Chinese history, one marked by the intersection of politics, philosophy, and the human spirit. It is a poignant reminder of the resilience and determination of the Chinese people, and the enduring power of the written word to inspire, educate, and unite.
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