Studies in Contemporary Chinese History (4th Series - 2014) is an in-depth scholarly work on modern Chinese history. Centered on the history of the Communist Party of China, Mao Zedong Thought and its influence on China's development, the book explores Mao's strategic thinking, his ideas on party building, and his contribution to the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. The book also analyzes the relationship between the two historical periods before and after the reform and opening-up, emphasizing the importance of advancing the theoretical study of Chinese history from a materialistic historical perspective. In addition, the book covers a wide range of fields since the founding of New China, including economic construction, cultural construction, education system, health care, and foreign relations, and discusses important historical events such as the Great Leap Forward, the Three Years of Difficulty, and China-Africa relations. Through an in-depth study of these historical issues, the book provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of China's modern history, as well as historical reference for the theory and practice of socialism with Chinese characteristics.