Mao Zedong is regarded as one of the most influential and controversial figures in modern world history. After conquering the country, he ruled the People's Republic of China from its establishment as a Communist State in 1949 until his death in 1976. Brilliant and ruthless, his legacy includes guerrilla warfare tactics, violent cultural revolutions, and enduring Communist propaganda. He was named one of the 100 most influential figures of the 20th century by Time Magazine. The first volume in this special collection contains six important lectures and essays by Chairman Mao: *Basic Tactics *On Correcting Mistaken Ideas in the Party *The Chinese Revolution and the Chinese Communist Party *The Role of the Chinese Communist Party *The Orientation of the Youth Movement *Win the Masses