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China's Son: Growing Up in the Cultural Revolution

door Da Chen

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A candid memoir of growing up during the Chinese Cultural Revolution that is sure to inspire.   Da Chen grew up as an outcast in Communist China. His family's legacy had been one of privilege prior to the revolution, but now in the Chairman Mao era, they are treated with scorn. For Da Chen, that means that all of his successes and academic achievements are nullified when one teacher tells him that, because of his "family's crimes," he can never be more than a poor farmer. Feeling his fate is hopeless, Da responds by dropping out. Da's life takes a dark turn, and he soon begins hanging out with a gang. However, all is not lost. After Chairman Mao's death, Da realizes that an education and college might be possible. He begins to study-all day and into the night. His entire family rallies to help him succeed, working long hours in the rice fields and going into debt to ensure that Da has an education. Their struggle would not be in vain. When the final exam results are posted, Da has one of the highest scores in the region, earning him a place at the prestigious Beijing University and a future free from the scars of his past. This inspiring memoir, adapted for young readers from Colors of the Mountain, is one that will rally readers to defy the odds. Praise for China's Son   "Humor and unflinching honesty inform the narrative, which is shot through with lyrical descriptions."--Publishers Weekly   "Da Chen's narrative moves smoothly, communicating setting and character with an immediacy that will draw young readers in."--Kirkus Reviews… (meer)
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China's Son tells a story about Da Chen, who was born in a landlord family and dropped out of school during the Chinese Cultural Revolution, feeling that he would never become what he wanted to be. After the end of the Cultural Revolution, Da Chen studied hard to get admitted to Peking University in China, where he realized that his "family element" no longer harmed his future. From a personal perspective, this book reflects the important event of the restoration of Chinese college entrance examination in 1977 and typifies the choice of a large group of young people who experienced the Cultural Revolution in their youth. The title "China's son" serves as both a manifestation of the close relationship between individuals and the society during the Cultural Revolution period and a compliment of the courage, hard work, as well as the wisdom of a young man to pursue education and personal advancement. ( )
  WillowMa | Apr 1, 2017 |
This book was pretty interesting, but I have to say I expected a bit more solid ground here regarding how was the political situation in China. Still, I enjoyed the cultural aspects of China that Da Chen subtly included as part of his daily life's description. This book is not focused in the historical aspects of the Cultural Revolution era, but more like a memoir of his youth in China during those years until he managed to get into the university. ( )
  aryadeschain | Jul 24, 2015 |
Not well written. ( )
  WillaCather | Aug 11, 2006 |
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A candid memoir of growing up during the Chinese Cultural Revolution that is sure to inspire.   Da Chen grew up as an outcast in Communist China. His family's legacy had been one of privilege prior to the revolution, but now in the Chairman Mao era, they are treated with scorn. For Da Chen, that means that all of his successes and academic achievements are nullified when one teacher tells him that, because of his "family's crimes," he can never be more than a poor farmer. Feeling his fate is hopeless, Da responds by dropping out. Da's life takes a dark turn, and he soon begins hanging out with a gang. However, all is not lost. After Chairman Mao's death, Da realizes that an education and college might be possible. He begins to study-all day and into the night. His entire family rallies to help him succeed, working long hours in the rice fields and going into debt to ensure that Da has an education. Their struggle would not be in vain. When the final exam results are posted, Da has one of the highest scores in the region, earning him a place at the prestigious Beijing University and a future free from the scars of his past. This inspiring memoir, adapted for young readers from Colors of the Mountain, is one that will rally readers to defy the odds. Praise for China's Son   "Humor and unflinching honesty inform the narrative, which is shot through with lyrical descriptions."--Publishers Weekly   "Da Chen's narrative moves smoothly, communicating setting and character with an immediacy that will draw young readers in."--Kirkus Reviews

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