Red Friends by John Sexton (Hardback Book)

Name: Red Friends by John Sexton (Hardback Book)
Brand: Verso Books

Verso Books

Explore the fascinating history of internationalists who joined China's struggle for liberation in the 1920s and 30s. This compelling hardcover book by John Sexton unearths the stories of Comintern militants, journalists, spies, adventurers, and others who were drawn to China's fight against warlords and foreign domination. "Red Friends" provides a stirring account of idealists striving for a better future, blending original research with interviews of survivors and descendants. Discover a crucial, often overlooked, chapter of 20th-century global history. **Key Features:** * Detailed account of internationalists in China's revolution * Covers the period from the 1920s onwards * Features interviews with survivors and descendants * Examines the motivations and impact of foreign volunteers * Offers a unique perspective on China's historical struggles **Product Summary:** Hardcover book, "Red Friends: Internationalists in China's Struggle for Liberation" by John Sexton, published by Verso in 2023. Genre: History. Language: English. Features 400 pages and dimensions of 234 mm width and 153 mm height.