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2) The mother
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Dickensian in its epic sweep, one of Buck's finest novels centers on an unnamed peasant woman in pre-revolutionary China. Without warning, her restless husband abandons her. Shamed by the experience, she is left to work the land, raise their three children on her own, and care for her aging mother-in-law. To save face with her neighbors, she pretends her husband is traveling, and sends letters to herself signed in his name. Surrounded by poverty,...
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The devastating terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon and America's first domestic bio-terrorism mail attacks have shifted America's attention and resources to the immediate threat of international terrorism. But we shouldn't be fooled. Since the publication of the hardcover edition of The China Threat in November of 2000, one thing remains very much the same: the People's Republic of China is the most serious long-term national...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 10
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From 1939 to 1945, a Jewish family struggles to survive in occupied China; young Ilse by remaining optimistic, her older brother by joining a resistance movement, her mother by maintaining connections to the past, and her father by playing the violin that had been his livelihood.
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R. J. MacCready novels volume 2
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Zoologist and adventurer Captain R.J. MacCready journeys to post-World War II Tibet to search for a legendary creature that may hold the secret to humankind's evolutionary future.
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Shanghai is the most modern and dynamic city in China. In preparation for hosting the World Expo 2010, a World's Fair in the grand tradition of international fairs and expositions, the megalopolis embarked on an overhaul to transform itself from the "Pearl of the Orient" into the "City of the Future." Here, the world's tallest buildings soar, the planet's longest bridges span toxic waterways, and the fastest train on earth rockets the city from its...
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2024.
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Manchuria, 1908. A young woman is found frozen in the snow. Her death is clouded by rumors of foxes involved, which are believed to lure people by transforming themselves into beautiful women and men. Bao, a detective with a reputation for sniffing out the truth, is hired to uncover the dead woman's identity. Since childhood, Bao has been intrigued by the fox gods, yet they've remained tantalizingly out of reach. Until, perhaps, now. Meanwhile, a...
8) Hidden Powers: Women Shaping the Three Kingdoms: Influential Figures, Unconventional Roles, and U
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Step into the vibrant world of ancient China and discover the captivating stories of remarkable women who defied societal norms and left an indelible mark on the tumultuous era of the Three Kingdoms. In "Hidden Powers: Women Shaping the Three Kingdoms," delve into the untold narratives of these extraordinary women and uncover their hidden roles in shaping history, society, and culture.Behind the grandeur of emperors and the clash of mighty warlords,...
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Step into a world of ancient legends, fierce warriors, and political intrigue as you embark on a captivating journey through the historical tapestry of the Three Kingdoms. In "Echoes of Glory: The Lasting Impact of the Three Kingdoms," renowned scholars and experts delve deep into the realm of this iconic period, unraveling its mysteries and revealing its enduring influence on cultures and societies around the world.Brimming with fascinating insights,...
10) Intrigue and Ambition: The Political Machinations of the Three Kingdoms: Royal Plots, Diplomatic
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Introducing "Intrigue and Ambition: The Political Machinations of the Three Kingdoms" – a captivating journey into the heart of one of history's most thrilling and tumultuous periods. Brace yourself for a riveting exploration of power struggles, political maneuvering, and the relentless pursuit of ambition that defined an era. This meticulously researched book unveils the hidden secrets, the untold stories, and the gripping drama that unfolded during...
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The book provides a general review of the processes of social-economic and population development of the Chinese society from 1949 to 2021, the interactions between the two, and a detailed study of the economic and population policies at different stages of social development.
Based on legal documents and policies, plenty of historical facts and personal experiences, the book reveals a vivid representation of what happened in that difficult era,...
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Embark on a fascinating exploration of the ordinary lives of people spanning the diverse dynasties of ancient China. From the agrarian simplicity of early dynasties to the sophisticated urban centers of later eras, this book unveils the nuances of daily life that shaped the experiences of individuals throughout China's rich imperial history.
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Legendarily 2,200 years old and 4,300 miles long, the Great Wall of China seems to make an overwhelmingly confident physical statement about the country it spans: about China's age-old sense of itself being an advanced civilization anxious to draw a clear line between itself and the "barbarians" at its borders. But behind the wall's intimidating exterior-and the myths that have built up around it-is a complex history that has both defined and undermined...
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Archaeological discoveries over the past one hundred years have resulted in repeated calls to "rewrite ancient Chinese history." This is especially true of documents written on oracle bones, bronze vessels, and bamboo strips. In Writing Early China, Edward L. Shaughnessy surveys all of these types of documents and considers what they reveal about the creation and transmission of knowledge in ancient China. Opposed to the common view that most knowledge...
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This book focuses on the lives, struggles, and contrasting perspectives of the 60,000 workers, military administrators, and technical staff employed in the largest, most strategic industry of the Nationalist government, the armaments industry based in the wartime capital, Chongqing. The author argues that China's arsenal workers participated in three interlocked conflicts between 1937 and 1953: a war of national liberation, a civil war, and a class...
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Who am I? This question is often asked in youth, as a part of "coming of age".
No longer in his youth, the author asks the question in hindsight, in the form of a memoir not only about individuals - himself and his father - but also about the nations and communities that nurtured them.
Those nations happen to be Britain and China and the specifics matter. It is possible, however, that generalities matter more, in particular those to do with shared...
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The captivating story of the Ryukyu Islands, located to the south of the main Japanese islands, covers the rise and fall of a maritime kingdom and its enduring legacy. The Ryukyus, which include Okinawa, have a rich and complex history which contains influences from a variety of cultures, including China, Japan and Southeast Asia and dates back over 30,000 years. Once a major trading power in the region, they maintained a complex relationship with...
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A fascinating journey through 100 years of Chinese history, beginning with the historic Treaty of Nanking and ending with Mao Tse-tung's creation of the Chinese People's Republic, by the the acclaimed New Yorker correspondent who lived in China from 1935 to 1941 For centuries, China's code of behavior was incomprehensible to Westerners whom the Chinese viewed as irredeemable barbarians. Presenting historical events with an immediacy that makes...
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"Whispers of Pingyao: Unveiling China's Timeless Tapestry" takes readers on a captivating journey through the ancient city of Pingyao, unravelling the threads of China's rich history and cultural heritage. Delving into the hidden secrets and intriguing tales of Pingyao's whispered past, this book unveils the vibrant tapestry of Chinese traditions, architecture, and folklore.From its well-preserved ancient city walls to its intricately designed buildings,...
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