The Last Kings of Shanghai: The Rival Jewish Dynasties That Helped Create Modern China
The Last Kings of Shanghai: The Rival Jewish Dynasties That Helped Create Modern China
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020384
Book • Nonfiction
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Jewish Literature•
BiographyShanghai, China • 19th-20th Century
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Business & Economics•
World History2020
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Last Kings of Shanghai: The Rival Jewish Dynasties That Helped Create Modern China by Jonathan Kaufman explores the influential roles of the Sassoon and Kadoorie families. These prominent Jewish dynasties significantly impacted China's development, focusing on Shanghai, through economic, cultural, and political contributions from the 19th to the 20th century.
Informative
Adventurous
Nostalgic
Contemplative
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Jonathan Kaufman's The Last Kings of Shanghai offers a detailed historical narrative of two influential Jewish families in China. Readers praise its engaging storytelling and rich historical context. Some critiques highlight occasional narrative complexity and dense detail, which may challenge casual readers. Overall, it's a compelling read for history enthusiasts.
Who Should Read The Last Kings of Shanghai: The Rival Jewish Dynasties That Helped Create Modern China?
A reader interested in The Last Kings of Shanghai likely enjoys exploring historical narratives, particularly those intertwining culture and global history, such as in The House of Rothschild by Niall Ferguson. They appreciate tales of influence, power, and multicultural intersections, drawing connections across diverse societies.
6,966 ratings
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384
Book • Nonfiction
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Jewish Literature•
BiographyShanghai, China • 19th-20th Century
•
Business & Economics•
World History2020
Adult
18+ years
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