Description
Discover the captivating tale of three renowned sisters in **Big Sister, Little Sister, Red Sister**—a powerful biography by bestselling author Jung Chang. This remarkable book unfolds the gripping story of sisterhood, revolution, and betrayal against the backdrop of modern Chinese history. Perfect for history enthusiasts and those fascinated by China’s past, this exciting narrative details the lives of three iconic women who each played pivotal roles during tumultuous times.
**Big Sister**, portrayed as a shrewd businesswoman, amassed tremendous wealth, navigating the gritty landscape of post-revolution China. **Little Sister** took center stage as the First Lady of pre-Communist Nationalist China, while **Red Sister** ascended to become Mao's vice-chair, influencing political decisions that reverberated throughout the nation. Their intertwining destinies offer a unique lens through which to explore the evolution of China during the 20th century.
**Big Sister, Little Sister, Red Sister** delves into personal sacrifices and the bonds of sisterhood intertwined with national identity. Through vivid storytelling, Jung Chang articulates the experiences that shaped these women's lives and, in turn, the course of Chinese history. This biography doesn’t just chronicle history; it relates the emotional journeys of women who were embroiled in the political machinations of their time.
Whether you're reading for pleasure or research, this book serves as both a compelling narrative and an essential historical account. Grab your copy today and delve into the tales of these extraordinary women who redefined their roles in society.
**Delivery Information**: Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9781784703967, Format: B-format paperback, Year: 2020, Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK, Pages: 400.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781784703967
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 400
Description:
A major new biography from the internationally bestselling author of Wild Swans, Mao and Empress Dowager Cixi- a gripping story of sisterhood, revolution and betrayal, and three women who helped shape the course of modern Chinese history.
*SHORTLISTED FOR THE HWA NON-FICTION CROWN 2020*
Meet the three women who helped shape the course of modern Chinese history; a gripping story of sisterhood and betrayal from the bestselling author of Wild Swans.
They were the most famous sisters in China. As the country battled seismic transformations these three women left an indelible mark on history.
Red Sister rose to be Mao's vice-chair.
Little Sister became first lady of pre-Communist Nationalist China.
Big Sister made herself one of country's richest women.
Big Sister, Little Sister, Red Sister takes us on a sweeping journey from exiles' quarters in Japan and Berlin to secret meeting rooms in Moscow, and from the compounds of the Communist elite in Beijing to the corridors of power in democratic Taiwan. By turns intimate and epic, Jung Chang reveals the lives of three extraordinary women who helped shape twentieth-century China.
**Big Sister**, portrayed as a shrewd businesswoman, amassed tremendous wealth, navigating the gritty landscape of post-revolution China. **Little Sister** took center stage as the First Lady of pre-Communist Nationalist China, while **Red Sister** ascended to become Mao's vice-chair, influencing political decisions that reverberated throughout the nation. Their intertwining destinies offer a unique lens through which to explore the evolution of China during the 20th century.
**Big Sister, Little Sister, Red Sister** delves into personal sacrifices and the bonds of sisterhood intertwined with national identity. Through vivid storytelling, Jung Chang articulates the experiences that shaped these women's lives and, in turn, the course of Chinese history. This biography doesn’t just chronicle history; it relates the emotional journeys of women who were embroiled in the political machinations of their time.
Whether you're reading for pleasure or research, this book serves as both a compelling narrative and an essential historical account. Grab your copy today and delve into the tales of these extraordinary women who redefined their roles in society.
**Delivery Information**: Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9781784703967, Format: B-format paperback, Year: 2020, Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK, Pages: 400.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781784703967
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 400
Description:
A major new biography from the internationally bestselling author of Wild Swans, Mao and Empress Dowager Cixi- a gripping story of sisterhood, revolution and betrayal, and three women who helped shape the course of modern Chinese history.
*SHORTLISTED FOR THE HWA NON-FICTION CROWN 2020*
Meet the three women who helped shape the course of modern Chinese history; a gripping story of sisterhood and betrayal from the bestselling author of Wild Swans.
They were the most famous sisters in China. As the country battled seismic transformations these three women left an indelible mark on history.
Red Sister rose to be Mao's vice-chair.
Little Sister became first lady of pre-Communist Nationalist China.
Big Sister made herself one of country's richest women.
Big Sister, Little Sister, Red Sister takes us on a sweeping journey from exiles' quarters in Japan and Berlin to secret meeting rooms in Moscow, and from the compounds of the Communist elite in Beijing to the corridors of power in democratic Taiwan. By turns intimate and epic, Jung Chang reveals the lives of three extraordinary women who helped shape twentieth-century China.