Wild Swans by Jung Chang

How much do you know about China? And how much do you know about Mao's secret strategy to exploit his People? How did he come to power? Do you know about Great Leap forward? And do you know about cultural revolution in depth? If you really want to know the reality about Mao's China then this is the best book in most detail. Beside communist politics of China if you too want to get acquainted with Chinese culture then this is the book, which can quench your thirst.

"A book that covers every aspect of vast Chinese culture and politics in a concised form"

Milan Gurung (Freeman)

If you want to know more about the book:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wild_Swans