macrohistory

Finally finished the book S lent to me last night. For understanding Confucius and the great wall, "microhistory of china" by huang zongren provides a fresh perspective.

but as usual, what do you usually remember after reading a masterpiece? Some fun episodes.

Nixon was flattering Maozedong: you changed the world by turning china upside down with a couple of your little red books.

Mao: I just changed 20skm in and around bj to say the most, china is too big for anyone to change from the root.

cant imagine Mao could be such a clear-headed person. he undervalued himself. We somewhat undervalued him.