The book’s six parts encompass 23 chapters, from Deng’s birth in 1904 to his southern journey in 1992, a retrospect on his life in chronological order, including Life Experience (1904-1969), Banishment and Return (1969-1977), Ushering in the Times of Deng (1978-1980), After Reform and Opening-Up (1978-1989), Challenges in the Times of Deng (1989-1992), and Deng’s Historic Status (China Transformed).Įzra F. diplomatic relations, tentative political reform, construction of special economic zones, the policy of one country and two systems, and Deng’s southern tour in 1992. Personages such as Chairman Mao Zedong, Premier Zhou Enlai, and Vice Premier Chen Yun, and their relations with Deng are expounded upon, together with major events and decisions including the Third Plenary Session of the CPC’s 11th Central Committee, establishment of China-U.S. Based on abundant historical documents, research both at home and abroad, archives, as well as exclusive interviews, Vogel, in his distinctive way, conducted an in-depth analysis of Deng’s personality and political career, as well as a comprehensive interpretation of that period of history. It took the author 10 years to complete the biography, which is a panoramic description of Deng’s rollercoaster life and his leading role in reform and opening-up to the outside world. Therefore, foreign readers are recommended to read Deng Xiaoping and the Transformation of China written by professor Ezra F. THIS year marks the 40th anniversary of China’s reform and opening-up, and Deng Xiaoping is reputed as the chief architect of this grand undertaking. Published by Belknap Press of Harvard University Press
Deng Xiaoping and the Transformation of China