An Unofficial 'The Rest Is History' Reading List
Julia Lovell
3 books referenced
Books by Julia Lovell
Referenced in 1 episode
April 28, 2024
Context:
Referred to as 'her brilliant book on the Great Wall of China' - quoted about wall building being about joining ravines and fortresses rather than a continuous line
Referenced in 1 episode
April 07, 2022
Context:
Rana Mitter recommends Julia Lovell's 'recent book on Maoism' which makes points about Mao's thought not being definable in the way Marx's writings are - likely referring to 'Maoism: A Global History'
Referenced in 1 episode
January 18, 2021
Context:
Referenced as 'a brilliant book by Julia Lovell on the Great Wall' during discussion of the Great Wall of China and how the phrase 'great wall' is essentially a Western invention. The book is mentioned in relation to Nixon's famous visit and Chinese propaganda.