Red Scarf Girl
What's it about
What would you do if the world you loved suddenly turned against you? Imagine being a star student, poised for a brilliant future, only to have it all threatened by your family's past. This is the choice facing a young girl during China's Cultural Revolution. Discover the true story of Ji-li Jiang, who must decide between her loyalty to her family and her devotion to Chairman Mao. You'll learn how propaganda can shape a nation, witness the impossible decisions forced upon ordinary people, and find inspiration in one girl's struggle to maintain her identity against overwhelming pressure.
Meet the author
Ji-li Jiang offers a uniquely powerful first-hand account of China’s Cultural Revolution, having lived through the political turmoil she so vividly chronicles in her memoir. She was a bright, promising student in Shanghai whose life was turned upside down when her family was targeted for their class background. After moving to the United States in 1984, Jiang was inspired to share her story, founding the non-profit Cultural Exchange International to build a bridge of understanding between the West and China.
What's it about
What would you do if the world you loved suddenly turned against you? Imagine being a star student, poised for a brilliant future, only to have it all threatened by your family's past. This is the choice facing a young girl during China's Cultural Revolution. Discover the true story of Ji-li Jiang, who must decide between her loyalty to her family and her devotion to Chairman Mao. You'll learn how propaganda can shape a nation, witness the impossible decisions forced upon ordinary people, and find inspiration in one girl's struggle to maintain her identity against overwhelming pressure.
Meet the author
Ji-li Jiang offers a uniquely powerful first-hand account of China’s Cultural Revolution, having lived through the political turmoil she so vividly chronicles in her memoir. She was a bright, promising student in Shanghai whose life was turned upside down when her family was targeted for their class background. After moving to the United States in 1984, Jiang was inspired to share her story, founding the non-profit Cultural Exchange International to build a bridge of understanding between the West and China.
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