Linda Jaivin on the Cultural Revolution in China

The Curiosity Lecture series returns to the Festival with a line-up of our most thought-provoking speakers delivering one-time talks on topics of intrigue, interest and importance.

In the fascinating account of 1966 China in Bombard the Headquarters!: The Cultural Revolution in China, Linda Jaivin focuses on the start of the Cultural Revolution and the ideological quarrels and personalities that underpinned it. Because the Cultural Revolution is still heavily censored in the People’s Republic, many remain in the dark, leaving these pivotal events unexplained.

Hear about the lead-up to this key historic moment from an expert in Chinese politics.