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Shanghai, 1927, and revolution is in the air. As the city becomes caught up in violence and bloodshed, four people's lives are altered inexorably: idealist and intellectual Kyo Gisors, one of the leaders of the Communist insurrection, who is also trying to deal with his own marital strife; Ch'en Ta Erh, an assassin and terrorist brutalized by killing; Baron de Clappique, a French gambler, opium dealer and gun runner; and Russian revolutionary Katov, who calmly watches events unfold, until he has to make the ultimate sacrifice. Each of these men must try to resolve their personal conflicts amid political turmoil, conspiracy and betrayal.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Complex lives intertwined during Shanghai's revolutionary chaos.
Who is this book for?
If you're drawn to stories of upheaval and personal struggle in turbulent times, this book offers a compelling look at Shanghai in 1927. The characters' complex backgrounds and their intertwined fates capture the chaos of revolutionary movement and its personal costs, making it an engaging read for those interested in history, politics, and dramatic character arcs.
