Growing Up During the Chinese Cultural Revolution: A Journey Through Chaos and Hope

By Jung Chang

Red Fire: Growing Up During The Chinese Cultural Revolution

by Wei Yang Chao

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	7861 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	336 pages

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The Chinese Cultural Revolution was a tumultuous period in Chinese history, marked by political upheaval, social unrest, and widespread persecution. Jung Chang's memoir, Growing Up During the Chinese Cultural Revolution, offers a firsthand account of this chaotic time through the eyes of a child.

Chang's story begins in the early days of the revolution, when she was just a young girl. She witnessed firsthand the Red Guards' reign of terror, as they ransacked homes, burned books, and denounced anyone who was deemed a "counter-revolutionary." Chang's father, a high-ranking official, was imprisoned and tortured, and her family was forced to live in a cramped apartment with no privacy.

Despite the horrors she witnessed, Chang found hope and resilience in the love of her family and the power of education. She secretly read books that were banned by the Red Guards, and she continued to study hard, even though she knew that her education could be used against her.

Chang's memoir is a powerful and moving account of a childhood spent in the midst of chaos and upheaval. It is a testament to the strength of the human spirit, and a reminder of the importance of hope and resilience in the face of adversity.

Reviews

"Growing Up During the Chinese Cultural Revolution is a gripping and unforgettable memoir. Jung Chang's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, and a reminder of the importance of hope in the face of adversity." —The New York Times

"Chang's memoir is a powerful and moving account of a childhood spent in the midst of chaos and upheaval. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the Chinese Cultural Revolution." —The Washington Post

"Growing Up During the Chinese Cultural Revolution is a stunning and unforgettable memoir. Chang's story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit, and a reminder of the importance of hope and resilience in the face of adversity." —The Guardian

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Red Fire: Growing Up During The Chinese Cultural Revolution

by Wei Yang Chao

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	7861 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Lending	:	Enabled
Print length	:	336 pages

FREE