Hello,

I am interested in finding books on a few subjects related to China.

Firstly, and that which I am having the most trouble with, I am trying to find books written by a soldier of the Peoples Liberation Army who served during the Chinese Revolution. I want to read a first-hand account of someone who fought in the revolution, something similar to Orwell's Homage to Catalonia.

Secondly, I'm looking for books that examine modern Chinese political and economic institutions and policies and details how socialism is being built within the country on those levels.

Any recommendations you can give me would be appreciated, thank you.