The book profiles each leader and analyzes their military strategy for readers interested in biographies, military history or the history of the countries included in the book. Mao tsetung on guerrilla warfare ebook by mao tsetung. The man stands, raises a water bottle to his lips, rinses his mouth, spits out the water, he looks about him carefully, corks the bottle, slaps tile stock. Published in 1960, the book compiles both guevaras military essays concerning warfare and his political aspirations to abolish dictatorships in latin america. Written by mao in 1937, when japanese imperialists occupied all of china, this book served as an instruction manual for guerrilla fighting, written based on more. This indispensable book includes three of che guevaras most influential essays describing his tactical philosophy of fighting a guerrilla war in latin america. One of the most influential documents of our time, mao tsetun. The man stands, raises a water bottle to his lips, rinses his mouth, spits out the water. He literally wrote the book on the modern theory of insurgency. The paperback of the on guerrilla warfare by mao zedong at barnes. Mao tsetung on guerrilla warfare three days supply of rice. Both maos theory and its vietnamese offshoot, dau tranh, are revolutionary in that they are both based on the marxistleninist theory of class struggle. But mao is probably the first commander to fully recognize its importance relative to and in conjunction with other elements of warfare. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read on guerrilla warfare.
Mao tsetung on guerrilla warfare by mao tsetung books. On guerrilla warfare book by mao zedong thriftbooks. Document excerpts with questions longer selection follows this section. Having already had ten years guerrilla experience, mao was already an expert, and in this book he beautifully explains his basic strategy and tactics. He was the mastermind who basically predicted how the war in china will proceed against japan. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then people will find new books that are right for them. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. This special edition contains the two most important essays by mao on guerrilla warfare tactics in a new, completely uncensored format. This study guide consists of approximately 21 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of guerrilla warfare. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read mao tsetung on guerrilla warfare. Mao zedong, the father of modern guerrilla warfare theory. It is important to understand his philosophy of guerrilla warfare because it is the basis of todays guerrilla forces.
One of the most influential documents of our time, mao tsetungs pamphlet on guerrilla warfare has become the basic textbook for waging revolution in underdeveloped and emergent areas throughout the world. On guerrilla warfare, by chairman mao tsetung chapter 0 prologue prologue by brigadier general samuel b. Selections from on guerilla warfare asia for educators columbia. On guerrilla warfare is maos case for the extensive use of an irregular form of warfare in which small groups of combatants use mobile military tactics in the forms of ambushes and raids to combat a larger and less mobile formal army. This book mainly covers the theoretical and strategic aspects of guerrilla warfare, the need for complete political clarity at all levels, strict ethical codes and internal discipline for the men. Particularly maos stages of guerrilla warfare had a big impact on practitioners in the east and west thought about revolutionary warfare. Guerrilla warfare by ernesto che guevara written in 1961 table of contents click on a title to move to that section of the book. They also made significant contributions to the field of irregular warfare. This book was written by mao zedong 18931976 in 1937, as he was waging a guerrilla war against the occupying army of imperial japan. Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read. Read mao tsetung on guerrilla warfare by mao tsetung available from rakuten kobo. Mao wrote the book in 1937 to convince chinese political and military leaders that guerilla styletactics were necessary for the chinese to use in the second sinojapanese war. Mao wrote the book in 1937 to convince chinese political and military leaders.
People who live at subsistence level want first things to be put first. It gives the reader a chance to learn about this type of warfare from one who lived and fought as a guerrilla for most of his adult life. Maos is quite influential actually, and maybe worth skimming for its historical value. Recognizing the fundamental disparity between agrarian and urban societies, mao advocated unorthodox strategies that converted deficits into advantages.
On guerrilla warfare ch 1 marxists internet archive. The three stages of maos revolutionary warfare parallel. They are not particularly interested in freedom of religion, freedom of the press, free enterprise as we understand it, or the secret ballot. Fmfrp 1218 mao tsetung on guerrilla warfare marines. The book was translated and published with an introduction by samuel b. As a revolutionary leader, mao zedong laid the economic, technological and cultural foundations of modern china, transforming the country from an agrarian society into a major world power. The book is written in the context of chinas guerrilla war against japanese occupiers. Mao wrote the book in 1937 to convince chinese political and military leaders that guerilla styletactics were necessary for the chinese to use in. This, i believe, is a product of his experiences as first a guerilla and later a participant in a united front against imperial japan. When mao wrote on guerrilla warfare in 1937 the chinese communist party ccp had been at war for a. On guerrilla warfare is mao s case for the extensive use of an irregular form of warfare in which small groups of combatants use mobile military tactics in the forms of ambushes and raids to combat a larger and less mobile formal army. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Written by mao in 1937, when japanese imperialists occupied all of china, this book served as an instruction manual for guerrilla fighting, written based on more than a decade of personal experience by mao. How did mao zedong implement the guerrilla warfare tactic.
On guerrilla warfare by chairman mao zedong chapter 0. Organization for guerilla warfare the political problems of guerilla warfare. Published in 1961 following the cuban revolution, it became a reference for thousands of guerrilla fighters in various countries around the world. The essence of guerrilla warfare is thus revolutionary in character. One of the most influential documents of our time, mao tsetungs pamphlet on guerrilla warfare has become the basic textbook for waging revolution in.
On guerrilla warfare is mao zedong s case for the extensive use of an irregular form of warfare in which small groups of combatants use mobile military tactics in the forms of ambushes and raids to combat a larger and less mobile formal army. Mao tsetung on guerrilla warfare ebook written by mao tsetung. Putting asides politics, mao zedong was one of the most tactful military leaders of the 20th century. Samuel b griffith the first documented, systematic study of guerrilla warfare, mao tsetungs 1937 text remains the definitive guide to orchestrating revolution in developing countries. This book will surely attract a whole new generation of readers. Buy a cheap copy of on guerrilla warfare book by mao zedong. Kings of revolution is a compendium of prominent guerilla leaders worldwide including george washington, simon bolivar, mao zedong and king ibn saud. Based on the basic strategy and tactics of warfare as described by suntzu, mao stresses the importance. This reference publication is mao tsetungs thoughts and philosophy of guerrilla warfare. Buy on guerrilla warfare book online at low prices in. Both mao tsetung and che guevara had outsized impacts on the social, political and cultural landscape of the 20 th century. Mao tsetung reference archive 2000 written by mao in 1937, when japanese imperialists occupied all of china, this book served as an instruction manual for guerrilla fighting, written based on more than a decade of personal experience by mao.
Buy mao tsetung on guerrilla warfare by tsetung, mao, u. Mao tsetung on guerrilla warfare is read almost like a manual, and takes this book is base on sun tzus war manual art of war and the author expands it by talking about guerrilla operations and why they are necessary. The two most important essays on the topic of guerrilla warfare. What is the relationship of guerrilla warfare to the people. Griffith and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. On guerrilla warfare is mao zedongs case for the extensive use of an irregular form of warfare in which small groups of combatants use mobile military tactics in the forms of ambushes and raids to combat a larger and less mobile formal army. Maos approach to presenting guerilla warfare is far more abstract than that of che. On guerrilla warfare is probably mao tsetungs most popular philosophical treatise.
Guerrilla warfare, written in 1960, outlines guevaras doctrine for guerrilla fighters, especially against caribbeanstyle dictatorships. Phase i is devoted to the organization of an underground resistance movement to spread propaganda and elicit support for the. Mao tse tung on guerrilla warfare by griffith samuel b. This is one of the more famous quotes from mao zedongs small book on guerrilla warfare. Like guerrilla leaders spend a great deal more time in organization, instruction, agitation, and propaganda work than they do fighting, for their most important job is to win over the people. The red book of guerrilla warfare zedong, mao, conners, shawn on. What should be noted is that for mao zedong gueril. For many, on guerrilla warfare is required reading for various courses and curriculums. Search for library items search for lists search for. In his book, mao describes guerrilla warfare as one of many methods used by an oppressed people to combat aggression. Mao zedong, the father of modern guerrilla warfare theory one of the most original military thinkers of the twentieth century was mao zedong 1893 1976, the communist revolutionary who became the founding father of the peoples republic of china. Mao can also be credited with understanding that without education and political indoctrination, guerilla warfare cannot be used to achieve a goal. Recall that you can search for text strings in a long document like this. This book is not so much a howto venture on the tactics of waging a guerrilla war.
On guerrilla warfare by mao zedong, paperback barnes. On guerrilla warfare is often required textbook reading in many. Maos book is a classic on guerrilla warfare, ably translated and contextualized by general samuel b griffith. Without a political goal, guerrilla warfare must fail, as it must, if its political objectives do not coincide with the aspirations of the people and their sympathy, cooperation, and assistance cannot be gained. Mao tsetung on guerilla warfare mao tsetung, mao zedong, samuel b. And for others who simply enjoy reading literature on warfare, terrorism, revolutions, and the like. In 1937, mao set his ideas out in a small book entitled on guerrilla warfare. On guerrilla warfare was one of the books left by chinese leader maotse tung, but unlike his more famous red book, this one is dedicated entirely to military strategy. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. Mao and ho would become masters of the execution of the popular front strategy. To his credit, mao explains the relationship between guerilla units of various types and traditional established military forces. Griffith, who translated the book in the 40s, more than on guerrilla warfare itself.
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