Books with author Helen Zia

The dramatic real life stories of four young people caught up in the mass exodus of Shanghai in the wake of China’s 1949 Communist revolution—a heartrending precursor to the struggles faced by emigrants today. “A true page-turner . . . [Helen] Zia has proven once again that history is something that happens to real people.”—New York Times bestselling author Lisa SeeNAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY NPR AND THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR • LONGLISTED FOR THE PEN/JACQUELINE BOGRAD WELD AWARD FOR BIOGRAPHY Shanghai has historically been China’s jewel, its richest, most modern and westernized city. The bustling metropolis was home to sophisticated intellectuals, entrepreneurs, and a thriving middle class when Mao’s proletarian revolution emerged victorious from the long civil war. Terrified of the horrors the Communists would wreak upon their lives, citizens of Shanghai who could afford to fled in every direction. Seventy years later, members of the last generation to fully recall this massive exodus have revealed their stories to Chinese American journalist Helen Zia, who interviewed hundreds of exiles about their journey through one of the most tumultuous events of the twentieth century. From these moving accounts, Zia weaves together the stories of four young Shanghai residents who wrestled with the decision to abandon everything for an uncertain life as refugees in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and the United States. Benny, who as a teenager became the unwilling heir to his father’s dark wartime legacy, must decide either to escape to Hong Kong or navigate the intricacies of a newly Communist China. The resolute Annuo, forced to flee her home with her father, a defeated Nationalist official, becomes an unwelcome exile in Taiwan. The financially strapped Ho fights deportation from the U.S. in order to continue his studies while his family struggles at home. And Bing, given away by her poor parents, faces the prospect of a new life among strangers in America. The lives of these men and women are marvelously portrayed, revealing the dignity and triumph of personal survival. Herself the daughter of immigrants from China, Zia is uniquely equipped to explain how crises like the Shanghai transition affect children and their families, students and their futures, and, ultimately, the way we see ourselves and those around us. Last Boat Out of Shanghai brings a poignant personal angle to the experiences of refugees then and, by extension, today. “Zia’s portraits are compassionate and heartbreaking, and they are, ultimately, the universal story of many families who leave their homeland as refugees and find less-than-welcoming circumstances on the other side.”—Amy Tan, author of The Joy Luck Club

The dramatic real life stories of four young people caught up in the mass exodus of Shanghai in the wake of China’s 1949 Communist revolution—a heartrending precursor to the struggles faced by emigrants today. “A true page-turner . . . [Helen] Zia has proven once again that history is something that happens to real people.”—New York Times bestselling author Lisa SeeNAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY NPR AND THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR • LONGLISTED FOR THE PEN/JACQUELINE BOGRAD WELD AWARD FOR BIOGRAPHY Shanghai has historically been China’s jewel, its richest, most modern and westernized city. The bustling metropolis was home to sophisticated intellectuals, entrepreneurs, and a thriving middle class when Mao’s proletarian revolution emerged victorious from the long civil war. Terrified of the horrors the Communists would wreak upon their lives, citizens of Shanghai who could afford to fled in every direction. Seventy years later, members of the last generation to fully recall this massive exodus have revealed their stories to Chinese American journalist Helen Zia, who interviewed hundreds of exiles about their journey through one of the most tumultuous events of the twentieth century. From these moving accounts, Zia weaves together the stories of four young Shanghai residents who wrestled with the decision to abandon everything for an uncertain life as refugees in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and the United States. Benny, who as a teenager became the unwilling heir to his father’s dark wartime legacy, must decide either to escape to Hong Kong or navigate the intricacies of a newly Communist China. The resolute Annuo, forced to flee her home with her father, a defeated Nationalist official, becomes an unwelcome exile in Taiwan. The financially strapped Ho fights deportation from the U.S. in order to continue his studies while his family struggles at home. And Bing, given away by her poor parents, faces the prospect of a new life among strangers in America. The lives of these men and women are marvelously portrayed, revealing the dignity and triumph of personal survival. Herself the daughter of immigrants from China, Zia is uniquely equipped to explain how crises like the Shanghai transition affect children and their families, students and their futures, and, ultimately, the way we see ourselves and those around us. Last Boat Out of Shanghai brings a poignant personal angle to the experiences of refugees then and, by extension, today. “Zia’s portraits are compassionate and heartbreaking, and they are, ultimately, the universal story of many families who leave their homeland as refugees and find less-than-welcoming circumstances on the other side.”—Amy Tan, author of The Joy Luck Club

The dramatic real life stories of four young people caught up in the mass exodus of Shanghai in the wake of China’s 1949 Communist revolution—a heartrending precursor to the struggles faced by emigrants today. “A true page-turner . . . [Helen] Zia has proven once again that history is something that happens to real people.”—New York Times bestselling author Lisa SeeNAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY NPR AND THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR • LONGLISTED FOR THE PEN/JACQUELINE BOGRAD WELD AWARD FOR BIOGRAPHY Shanghai has historically been China’s jewel, its richest, most modern and westernized city. The bustling metropolis was home to sophisticated intellectuals, entrepreneurs, and a thriving middle class when Mao’s proletarian revolution emerged victorious from the long civil war. Terrified of the horrors the Communists would wreak upon their lives, citizens of Shanghai who could afford to fled in every direction. Seventy years later, members of the last generation to fully recall this massive exodus have revealed their stories to Chinese American journalist Helen Zia, who interviewed hundreds of exiles about their journey through one of the most tumultuous events of the twentieth century. From these moving accounts, Zia weaves together the stories of four young Shanghai residents who wrestled with the decision to abandon everything for an uncertain life as refugees in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and the United States. Benny, who as a teenager became the unwilling heir to his father’s dark wartime legacy, must decide either to escape to Hong Kong or navigate the intricacies of a newly Communist China. The resolute Annuo, forced to flee her home with her father, a defeated Nationalist official, becomes an unwelcome exile in Taiwan. The financially strapped Ho fights deportation from the U.S. in order to continue his studies while his family struggles at home. And Bing, given away by her poor parents, faces the prospect of a new life among strangers in America. The lives of these men and women are marvelously portrayed, revealing the dignity and triumph of personal survival. Herself the daughter of immigrants from China, Zia is uniquely equipped to explain how crises like the Shanghai transition affect children and their families, students and their futures, and, ultimately, the way we see ourselves and those around us. Last Boat Out of Shanghai brings a poignant personal angle to the experiences of refugees then and, by extension, today. “Zia’s portraits are compassionate and heartbreaking, and they are, ultimately, the universal story of many families who leave their homeland as refugees and find less-than-welcoming circumstances on the other side.”—Amy Tan, author of The Joy Luck Club

Andrew Dennis Biersack, popularly known as Andy Biersack, is a celebrated pianist and singer who has taken American music industry by storm. He has joined the list of young and popular talents like Zarry, Shawn Mendes and Ed Sheeran who have hogged the glare. The lead vocalist and founder of the rock band ‘Black Veil Brides’ has become household name. His genre of music is along the lines of yesteryear bands like ‘Motley Crue’ and ‘Kiss’. In 2016, Biersack also released his first solo project, his debut album ‘The Shadow Side’ which was also well-received. He has also been a part of few commercials for ‘Montana Meth’ and ‘AT&T’. He has also been a part of the web series ‘Funny or Die’. Andy’s thoughts, views and opinions are filled with aspirations and enthusiasm. Read through the inspiring quotes and sayings by Andy Biersack that emphasize on believing in one’s capabilities.

Winona Ryder wanted to be just a normal girl, flirting with a normal guy. Instead, she became an iconic star, whom “weird people follow” on the street and who “can’t sit alone in a restaurant or a café and read a book in peace”. In her long acting career, Ryder has accumulated a huge cache of experiences and in interviews she has talked about them freely, acknowledging that she has been blessed with good and supportive friends. Let us now take a look at some of her notable quotes, in which she has not only talked about her life; but also on various subjects like finding good roles, her love for books, marriage and divorce, motherhood, aging and dressing.

In the gigantic world of rock music, Jimmy Page’s status as a musical stalwart stands tall. Page made a name for himself owing to his strong bohemian, yet intellectual personality. There is plenty of inspiration one can take from Page’s life: he is self-taught and managed to lead a groundbreaking rock band for several years. Despite being immensely successful, he remains humble and is still rooted is his music. Today, he is a rock hero who continues to inspire many and aspire devoted fans who eagerly read his interviews and attend his performances. We have assembled a collection of Page’s quotes from his interviews in the media, articles, books written about him, and his autobiography.This book is a look at Page’s encouraging and inspiring quotes on music, singing, love, writing, challenges, and Led Zeppelin.

Buzz Aldrin is a renowned former American astronaut and engineer. He was the Lunar Module Pilot on Apollo 11 and one of the two humans to land on the Moon. He completed his Mechanical Engineering from the ‘US Military Academy’. He wanted to be a fighter plane pilot and entered the ‘US Air Force’ against his father’s wishes. He returned home to do doctorate in aeronautics and astronautics and his topic of research was related to spacecraft. This helped him get into the space program shortly after finishing his studies. There he was popularly called as ‘Dr. Rendezvous’ as he was the only astronaut with a doctorate. He was given the responsibility of mastering various techniques for the working of the spacecraft. He also did the then longest spacewalk of five hours before going on the most notable mission of his life. He, along with Neil Armstrong and Harrison "Jack" Schmitt, went on the ‘Apollo 8’ mission and he became the second man to walk on moon. So if space-walk is on your mind, we are sure the following quotations and thoughts of the distinguished astronaut are sure to inspire you. Take a look at the famous quotes and sayings by Buzz Aldrin that will open the doors of galaxy for you.

Future of Educated Women. Daring the year 1878 there appeared in that highly esteemed English periodical, The Nineteenth Century, two notable articles written by two representative English women, Mrs. Sutherland Orr, and Mrs. Milicent Garrett Fawcett, wife of the emineut Prof. Fawcett, which were, apparently, a summing up of all that is to be said pro and con on that subject which, as Mrs. Fawcett says, for want of a better name, is called The Woman Question. The article by Mrs. Sutherland Orr entitled The Future of English Women was republished by the Appletons in the final issue of their supplement to the Popular Science Monthly. Mrs. Fawcett sarticle in reply toM rs. Orr has never, I believe, been republished in this country, but both articles attracted very wide attention at the time and excited much comment both among English and American(Typographical errors above are due to OCR software and don't occur in the book.)About the Publisher Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.Forgotten Books' Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the aged text. Read books online for free at