Revolution Is Not a Dinner Party
Books | Juvenile Fiction / Historical / Asia
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Ying Chang Compestine
The summer of 1972, before I turned nine, danger began knocking on doors all over China.Nine-year-old Ling has a very happy life. Her parents are both dedicated surgeons at the best hospital in Wuhan, and her father teaches her English as they listen to Voice of America every evening on the radio. But when one of Mao's political officers moves into a room in their apartment, Ling begins to witness the gradual disintegration of her world. In an atmosphere of increasing mistrust and hatred, Ling fears for the safety of her neighbors, and soon, for herself and her family. For the next four years, Ling will suffer more horrors than many people face in a lifetime. Will she be able to grow and blossom under the oppressive rule of Chairman Mao? Or will fighting to survive destroy her spirit—and end her life?Revolution Is Not a Dinner Party is a 2008 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.
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Author
Ying Chang Compestine
Pages
273
Publisher
Macmillan + ORM
Published Date
2009-09-29
ISBN
1429924551 9781429924559
Ratings
Google: 3
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""Revolution Is Not a Dinner Party" is a thought-provoking read that takes you through the journey of a young girl living in revolutionary China. The author's portrayal of the historical backdrop is vivid, and the characters are truly relatable. While it may not be a light read, it’s a worthwhile choice for those interested in historical fiction."
Grace Lee
"This book is amazing it was the first book to get me into historical fiction and I will always love it."
Morgan Withers