
WILD SWANS - A SHOCKING STORY OF THREE GENERATIONS OF WOMEN IN CHINA
Discover a moving family saga that has shaken the world. "Wild Swans" is not just a book, it is a testament to strength, survival and the indomitable spirit in the face of adversity. Immerse yourself in a story that has been banned in China and inspires millions of readers around the world.
- Worldwide bestseller translated into 37 languages.
- Book banned in the People's Republic of China.
- Inspiring story of women who survived a series of injustices and revolutions.
- The story of three generations showing the dramatic changes in China.
- Personal testimony of the author who overcame her fear and told the world about the feelings of her nation.
- Engaging read that evokes emotions from grief to delight.
- An extraordinary opportunity to look at the emergence of modern China.
Jung Chang, the author of "Wild Swans", takes us to a world where fear, disaster and the specter of torture are commonplace. Her grandmother, as a two-year-old girl, experienced the cruelty of foot binding, which was supposed to ensure her future happiness. The author's mother, fighting in the communist underground, rose to the highest ranks of the party hierarchy, only to experience humiliation during the Cultural Revolution. Jung herself, reciting Mao's Little Red Book from memory, managed to leave China and obtain a doctorate from a British university.
"Wild Swans" is not only a story of personal tragedies, but also a tale of strength of character and courage that allows one to survive even in the most difficult times. The book, translated into 37 languages and sold in over 13 million copies, has become a symbol of the struggle for truth and freedom of speech. Despite the ban in China, its message reaches the hearts of readers around the world, inspiring reflection on history and the present.
The publisher JednymSłowem presents this shocking story in a hardcover edition with 640 pages. The 166x244 mm format makes reading comfortable and enjoyable. "Wild Swans" is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand China and the fate of people who have experienced revolution and persecution. It is a book that stays in your memory for a long time and encourages you to think about the value of freedom and human dignity.
Reach for "Wild Swans" and let yourself be carried away by the extraordinary story of three generations of women who survived everything while preserving their humanity. It is a book that will change your view of the world and inspire you to act. Let this story become your inspiration to overcome your own difficulties and strive for the truth.
Specifications
| ISBN | 978-83-8367-671-5 |
| Author | Jung Chang |
| Binding | Twarda |
| Type | Książki |
| Edition | 3 |
| Translator | Bożena Umińska-Keff |
| Year of publication | 2025 |
| Publisher | Znak JednymSłowem |
| Number of pages | 640 |
| Release date | 2025-04-28 |
| Age category | + |
| Format | 166x244 mm |
JednymSłowem: Wild Swans - Shocking story of three generations of women
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