茅 于轼

About the Author

Mao Yushi, a pioneering Chinese economist and intellectual, has dedicated his career to advocating for free-market principles and individual liberties in a rapidly evolving society. Born in 1929, he endured the tumultuous years of China's modern history, including the Cultural Revolution, which profoundly shaped his commitment to rational discourse and economic reform. As a founder of the Unirule Institute of Economics, Mao has fearlessly critiqued state interventions, earning both acclaim and controversy. His writings blend sharp economic analysis with philosophical insights, drawing from classical liberal thinkers to champion human rights and prosperity. Notable for his influence on contemporary Chinese thought, Mao's work continues to inspire debates on freedom and development, as seen in his contributions to personal histories like 'Li Shenzhi and the Tiananmen Incident (Recommended by Professor Ding Xueliang on the 'Don't Understand Podcast') (Unirule Personal History Series) (Chinese Edition).' At 94, he remains a beacon of intellectual courage.