Summary:
The book recounts the story of five generations of a wealthy Shanghai family, from the opulence of their lives in the 1930s to the political upheavals of the Cultural Revolution. It combines personal memoir with historical narrative, detailing the family's experiences with socialites, scholars, and scoundrels against the backdrop of a changing China.
Key points:
1. Cultural Shift: The book details Shanghai's cultural shift from traditional Chinese to westernized society from the 1920s to 1950s, influenced by foreign powers.
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