Abstract: Mao Zedong is recognized as one of the outstanding modern calligraphers.His cursive script represents the highest achievement of his calligraphy art.His profound knowledge and uniqueness are widely praised by the world.Mao Zedong's cursive script is widely sourced,and its origins can be traced back to Zhang Cao in the Eastern Han Dynasty,which can be accompanied by famous masters at the same time.It is closely related to the masters of Chinese cursive and their classic masterpieces.The analysis of the origin of Mao Zedong's cursive script and the comparative analysis of Mao Zedong's cursive art style and characteristics can better explain the characteristics of Mao Zedong's cursive "inheritance" and innovation,and "classics" and "era sensation".The analysis and comparison have a positive significance in showing Mao Zedong's outstanding achievements in the history of the development of Chinese cursive scripts,enriching Mao Zedong's researches and enhancing the confidence of socialist culture.

Key words: Mao Zedong, cursive script, art of calligraphy