A Daughter of Han: The Autobiography of a Chinese Working Woman (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436708258)

""A Daughter of Han: The Autobiography of a Chinese Working Woman"" is a book written by Ida Pruitt. It is an autobiographical account of the life of a Chinese woman named Ning Lao T'ai-t'ai, who was born in the late 19th century and lived through the first half of the 20th century. The book provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of the life of a working-class woman in China during a time of great social and political change. Ning Lao T'ai-t'ai's story is a testament to the resilience and determination of Chinese women in the face of poverty, discrimination, and oppression. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the role of women in Chinese society, the impact of Western colonialism and imperialism, the rise of communism, and the struggles of ordinary people to survive in a rapidly changing world. Overall, ""A Daughter of Han"" is a powerful and moving account of one woman's life that offers a unique perspective on the history and culture of China.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Ida Pruitt, Ning Lao T'Ai-T'Ai
ISBN-10: 1436708257
ISBN-13: 9781436708258
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2008
Pages: 264
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.23lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d