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Daughter of China

by Meihong Xu, Larry Engelmann
Daughter of China - Thryft
Daughter of China - Thryft

Love defies borders, cultures, and politics.

"Daughter of China" is a fascinating memoir that tells the true story of Meihong Xu and American professor Larry Engelmann's love affair during a time of political tension between their two countries. Through Xu's personal experiences, the book provides a unique perspective on the Communist regime in China and its impact on individual lives. Readers who appreciate memoirs, love stories, and tales of political history will find "Daughter of China" to be a captivating and thought-provoking read.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Daughter of China

by Meihong Xu, Larry Engelmann
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ISBN: 9780747273653
Authors: Meihong Xu, Larry Engelmann
Publisher: Headline Book Publishing
Date of Publication: 1999-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Biographies & Memoirs, Politics, History
Related Topics: Memoir, Politics, Autobiography, Biography, Biography Memoir, Memoir, History, Autobiography, Biography, Biography Memoir, Asia, Historical, Politics
Goodreads rating: 3.78
(rated by 424 readers)

Description

A powerfully written memoir in the bestselling tradition of WILD SWANS and FALLING LEAVES
 

Love defies borders, cultures, and politics.

"Daughter of China" is a fascinating memoir that tells the true story of Meihong Xu and American professor Larry Engelmann's love affair during a time of political tension between their two countries. Through Xu's personal experiences, the book provides a unique perspective on the Communist regime in China and its impact on individual lives. Readers who appreciate memoirs, love stories, and tales of political history will find "Daughter of China" to be a captivating and thought-provoking read.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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