China's India War

Bertil Lintner's 'China's India War' recontextualizes the 1962 Sino-Indian border dispute, arguing it was driven by more than territorial claims. The book asserts that the conflict served Mao Zedong's agenda to consolidate power amidst China's internal turmoil and China's ambition to displace India as a leader among newly independent nations, with planning commencing as early as 1959.
Why You Should Read?
Examines the geopolitical and internal factors that shaped the 1962 Sino-Indian War.
Reveals China's early strategic planning for the conflict, predating India's 'forward policy.'
Offers insights into Mao Zedong's motivation to reassert control within the Communist Party and PLA.
Explores the broader implications of the war for China's international standing and Third World leadership.