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“I like to have Chinese furniture in my home as a constant and painful reminder of how much has been destroyed in China. The contrast between the beauty of the past and the ugliness of the modern is nowhere sharper than in China.”

Quote by Jung Chang

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Renowned historian and writer, author of 'China: A History' and 'Wild Swans', among others. She analyzes Chinese history and culture with a unique perspective and profound insight, winning wide acclaim worldwide. more

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