The Party's Interests Come First Launch Party

Join us for an intimate evening to celebrate the launch of The Party’s Interests Come First: The Life of Xi Zhongxun, Father of Xi Jinping by Joseph Torigian. This sweeping new biography reveals the life of Xi Zhongxun - revolutionary, reformer, and father to one of China’s most powerful leaders - exploring how his loyalty to the Party shaped both his own life and the political landscape of modern China.

• Discover a rich, meticulously researched portrait of Xi Zhongxun — not just the public figure, but the private individual navigating political turmoil.
• Gain insights into Chinese political history, the Chinese Communist Party’s internal workings, and how personal conviction and sacrifice shape leadership.
• Meet fellow readers, history & politics enthusiasts, and those interested in modern China.