Daughter of the River

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Set against the backdrop of significant historical events, this memoir chronicles the life of Hong Ying, who grew up in the impoverished slums of Chongqing during the Great Famine of the 1960s. Through her vivid and unflinching narrative, she explores the harsh realities of survival and the sacrifices made during tumultuous periods in China, including the Cultural Revolution and the Tiananmen Square protests. Her personal journey reflects the broader struggles and transformations of a nation.