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Spring Moon by Bette Bao Lord tells the story of the Chang family in Soochow, China, over 80 years, beginning in 1892. The novel follows Spring Moon, a young girl from a wealthy family steeped in tradition, as she navigates the tumultuous transitions brought about by Western influence and political upheaval, while being shaped by a man's education and oppressive practices. Sensitive topics include suicide, political persecution, and cultural oppression.