Hero's Sisters (Anti-Japanese War Memoirs)

Author: Xu Yunqing
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Publish Date: 2005-11-01
Features: The Sisters of Heroes is a revolutionary memoir by an elderly veteran of the Northeast Anti-Japanese United Army. With honest recollections, it vividly portrays the true historical facts, depicting the characters of that time in a simple yet detailed manner, with a narrative that is engaging and heartwarming. Especially notable is its unpretentious portrayal of the Party's leadership at the time. The indomitable spirit of the Northeast people—fighting for anti-Japanese salvation and for the future socialist vision, as well as the unity of the China-North Korea people—are all authentically recorded. The book truly brings to life a heroic and moving story of the Northeast Anti-Japanese United Army, particularly providing a detailed account of eight female heroes who, facing formidable enemies, refused to surrender and plunged into the turbulent Usuhun River, sacrificing their lives for their cause. It also chronicles the author's experiences and bonds with these eight women, who shared the same struggles and lives. More importantly, this work allows us to see the laws of revolution—how it grows from nothing to something, from small beginnings to grand achievements; how it moves from countless failures to eventual victory. Publishing this work also holds practical significance for the current socialist construction of our country.