Enclave

Author: Tang Jiwu
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Publish Date: 2003-07-01
Features: The author effortlessly draws upon a wealth of historical materials, narrating them in a storytelling manner, guiding readers on a journey through the evolution of Shanghai's history. Immersed in the narrative, readers experience firsthand the historical storms the city once faced, understand how Shanghai rose to become a modern metropolis amidst the tides of global history, and witness how the people of Shanghai, with their intelligence and creativity, forged a unique development model. This book helps readers comprehend why Shanghai shone brilliantly in modern times, transforming from an obscure coastal town into a major city in China and even East Asia.
Taking Shanghai's "Opening and Closing" as a starting point, the book weaves together scenes and narratives to present the open development history of Shanghai society, particularly vividly depicting the process of Shanghai's modernization. It is both historical and contemporary. With engaging and fluid prose, captivating details, and over 100 rare historical photographs, the book paints a picture of Shanghai's history that appeals to both specialists and general readers. Scholars find it neither simplistic nor shallow, while lay readers find it neither difficult nor obscure.