Mao's Little Red Book

This picture shows the "Little Red Book" that practically every person in China carried during the Cultural Revolution

This pictures is symbolizing the little red book that Mao gave all of his people during the Cultural Revolution. The book was full of quotes that Mao wanted his people to use in real life situations. It is the physical manifestation of his way of thinking. It plays a vital role in Ji-Li's life because she lives among people who carry it around as if it is a bible. And she is exposed to the way of life that Mao expects the people to live in.