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    Hey all- I’ve recently reread Wild Swans by Jung Chang. It’s a biography/autobiography about three generations of her family growing up in 20th century China. Has anyone got any suggestions for other books of a similar genre (not necessarily China!)? Thank you in advance!

    by Infamous-Magician180

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    1. WerewolfBarMitzvah09 on

      Another great Chinese autobiography (specifically about the Cultural Revolution) is Colours of the Mountain by Da Chen.

      Other great autobiographies and memoirs that deal with cultural upheaval and multiple generations:

      Hons and Rebels by Jessica Mitford

      Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi

      Angela’s Ashes by Frank McCourt

      My Crazy Century by Ivan Klima

      The World of Yesterday by Stefan Zweig

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