Hua's riveting account of Truman's eight years from 1945 to 1953. Hua is a born storyteller. . . . He confers depth and sharpness on his writing by placing events within historical context. --China Review InternationalDemonstrates a deep understanding of the conflicts and divisions within the 'big four' . . . a thoroughly researched account that acknowledges the complexities of the issues . . . Hua's study challenges many assumptions about the postwar period. . . . A good springboard for further research. --American Historical Review