Big Sister, Little Sister, Red Sister: Three Women at the Heart of Twentieth-Century China
Big Sister, Little Sister, Red Sister: Three Women at the Heart of Twentieth-Century China
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2019
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2019381
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
China • 20th century
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Big Sister, Little Sister, Red Sister: Three Women at the Heart of Twentieth-Century China by Jung Chang explores the lives of Soong sisters—Ei-ling, Ching-ling, and May-ling. These influential individuals navigated power, politics, and history, shaping modern China through their unique roles, including alliances with significant leaders such as Sun Yat-sen and Chiang Kai-shek.
Informative
Contemplative
Emotional
Inspirational
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
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Jung Chang's Big Sister, Little Sister, Red Sister offers an engaging portrayal of the Soong sisters, weaving historical detail with personal narratives. The book is praised for its captivating storytelling and depth of research, though some critique it for lack of objectivity and depth in character exploration. Overall, it is a compelling read on influential figures in China's history.
Who Should Read Big Sister, Little Sister, Red Sister: Three Women at the Heart of Twentieth-Century China?
Readers interested in Big Sister, Little Sister, Red Sister by Jung Chang are likely fascinated by 20th-century Chinese history, women's roles in political upheavals, and familial dynamics. They might also enjoy works like Chang's Wild Swans or Frank Dikötter's The Tragedy of Liberation.
4,940 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
381
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
China • 20th century
2019
Adult
18+ years
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