Tiananmen 1989
With its 112 pages presented in a high-quality paper over boards format, 'Tiananmen 1989' offers readers an unfiltered depiction of the idealistic youth advocating for reform and a glimpse into the oppressive response from authorities. This graphic novel not only captures the raw emotions and fervent hopes of a generation but also sheds light on the complex dynamics between Western journalists and Chinese officials during these turbulent times.
Whether you’re a history buff, a graphic novel enthusiast, or someone interested in the roots of today's China, this book is an essential read. Gain insight into the narrative that reshaped the global understanding of the events that unfolded on April 15, 1989. This product ships within 10 days, with FREE shipping available. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to own a piece of history!
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ISBN: 9781684056996
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2020
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Pages: 112
Description:
Over 30 years ago, on April 15th 1989, the occupation of Tiananmen Square began. As tens of thousands of students and concerned Chinese citizens took to the streets demanding political reforms, the fate of China's communist system was unknown. When reports of soldiers marching into Beijing to suppress the protests reverberated across Western airwaves, the world didn't know what to expect.
Lun Zhang was just a young sociology teacher then, in charge of management and safety service for the protests. Now, in this powerful graphic novel, Zhang pairs with French journalist and Asia specialist Adrien Gombeaud, and artist Ameziane, to share his unvarnished memory of this crucial moment in world history for the first time.
Providing comprehensive coverage of the 1989 protests that ended in bloodshed and drew global scrutiny, Zhang includes context for these explosive events, sympathetically depicting a world of discontented, idealistic, activist Chinese youth rarely portrayed in Western media. Many voices and viewpoints are on display, from Western journalists to Chinese administrators.
Describing how the hope of a generation was shattered when authorities opened fire on protestors and bystanders, Tiananmen 1989 shows the way in which contemporary China shaped itself.
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