Last Boat Out Of Shanghai by Zia, Helen
The Epic Story of the Chinese Who Fled Mao's Revolution
Set against the backdrop of a tumultuous period in Chinese history, this compelling narrative weaves together the personal stories of four individuals whose lives are forever altered by the Communist takeover of Shanghai in 1949. As the city teeters on the brink of transformation, they face heart-wrenching decisions and embark on perilous journeys to seek refuge and new beginnings. Through their eyes, the reader gains a poignant insight into the human cost of political upheaval and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of uncertainty and change.
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- Published
- 2019
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- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 544
- Original Language
- English
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