The daughter of an old Shanghai rickshaw driver, she became a prostitute in a brothel at the age of 12. At the age of 14, she escaped from the fire pit and married a revolutionary to become the governor's wife. However, she could not bear the feudal family and patriarchal rule. At the age of 29, she resolutely gave up the title of governor's wife and chose to leave. With four children and nothing left, he returned to Shanghai to work hard and established Shanghai Jinjiang Hotel after all the hardships. Her life began in 1900, when the Eight-Power Allied Forces attacked Beijing, and ended in 1997, when Hong Kong returned to the motherland. She experienced the regime change of old China in modern times, the troubled years of war and famine, and also experienced the founding of New China on the road to a prosperous country. Her century is a microcosm of the changes in China's modern history, and it is also a rare legend for a woman. This book is not only an abbreviation of this remarkable woman's life, but also a reflection of the times in which she lived.
Reader comments
Read it carefully and be filled with emotions. Dong Zhujun has gone through many hardships in her life but still remains strong and self-reliant, does not depend on others, educates her children to become talents, and founded Jinjiang No. 2 Store. She is an amazing woman. The author's writing is smooth and engaging.
I have long heard that the founder of the Jin Jiang Hotel in Shanghai, China was founded by an amazing woman. Today I finally had the opportunity to read this book and was very moved. Although I am nearly eighty years old, it still inspires me to overcome diseases and live a happy life. I recommend this book to my good sisters in the new era.
An ordinary yet great life, enduring hardships and perseverance. Respectable Mr. Dong.
The work describes Dong Zhujun's pursuit of equality, self-reliance, and continuous progress. She is a strong, brave, gentle and virtuous female image. The protagonist was very remarkable at the time and deserves admiration! The author's writing style is fluent, and the writing of people and events is written step by step. The characters are vivid and touching. I like it and recommend it!
Dong Zhujun is a role model for modern women! The author has made his own contribution to praise new women, carry forward the indomitable spirit of the Chinese nation, and recommends everyone to read it. [Like][OK]
A witness for a century, Dong Zhujun spent her life witnessing the development of China from the decline of the feudal dynasty to the founding of New China. Her firm belief and unyielding will gave her a wonderful life.
A woman who was born in a turbulent era must have such a longing for freedom that she can bravely take the step of running away and pursuing her love. Without love and trust, how much courage does it take to start a turbulent life with your daughters?
She used her firm beliefs and practical actions to support the revolutionaries. Many people embarked on the road of patriotism because of her...
Whether she was escaping as a girl or escaping during the war, her reason, intelligence, confidence, independence, and most importantly, her grateful heart were always with her, and she eventually became the woman we see today.
I cried many times while reading this book. In a century, several such women can be born, and they are worthy of our respect. Pay tribute!
A lonely and strong life, with a firm belief, has not only achieved changes for myself but also for a century.
It is sometimes sad to read biographies. A person's life and important events can only be written down in a few hours. Women like Dong Zhujun who dare to break free are the most beautiful rising stars of their era.
A hero among women. After watching this, my heart surged. A woman's awakening is stronger than anything else. She lives her own life without being afraid of hardships or difficulties. Her children are her confidence and strength. It is unrealistic to rely on anyone else. Only relying on yourself is the most powerful.
For Dong Zhujun to be strong, brave and confident and never bow to fate [Like]
An inspirational novel. A model and role model for women.
I like this book very much, very inspiring to women [like][like][like]
Amazing woman,
Going through legends and ups and downs, this is how a great person develops.
Her story inspires us to move forward.
At this decadent age, I was very shocked after reading this book.
Dong Zhujun's life perfectly illustrates - we can't decide our origin, but we can decide our destiny.
This book tells the legendary life of Dong Zhujun. Her tenacity and hard work amidst hardships are really admirable! Just like what is said in the book, "In the first month of the year when the cold wind chills, the wintersweet blooms with frost, as clean as jade but as stubborn as its nature." Her tenacity and courage are just like the wintersweet, exuding unique charm in difficult situations. This reminds me of Jane in "Jane Eyre", who is also a woman who is not afraid of hardships and pursues independence and freedom. I recommend you also read this book, I believe you will have more feelings!
Who says women are inferior to men? Dong Zhujun's legendary life has interpreted a great woman. The author's writing is beautiful, I like it very much
A very wonderful work, the writing is gorgeous and exquisite, and the characters are a combination of beauty, talent and character. Good writing, highly recommended!
A strong woman who has always had faith in troubled times.
Super beautiful, a role model for modern women
It's well written and worth reading, but the timeline in the middle is a little unclear.
Very nice, but the timing is a bit confusing
This is the real lady of the Republic of China
Through this book, I learned about Mr. Dong's extraordinary life and benefited a lot.
A woman I admire very much. This book is very good.
The structure is reasonable, the plot is vivid, and the psychological activities of the characters are delicately depicted.
Read it carefully and be filled with emotions. Dong Zhujun has gone through many hardships in her life but still remains strong and self-reliant, does not depend on others, educates her children to become talents, and founded Jinjiang No. 2 Store. She is an amazing woman. The author's writing is smooth and engaging.
I have long heard that the founder of the Jin Jiang Hotel in Shanghai, China was founded by an amazing woman. Today I finally had the opportunity to read this book and was very moved. Although I am nearly eighty years old, it still inspires me to overcome diseases and live a happy life. I recommend this book to my good sisters in the new era.
An ordinary yet great life, enduring hardships and perseverance. Respectable Mr. Dong.
The work describes Dong Zhujun's pursuit of equality, self-reliance, and continuous progress. She is a strong, brave, gentle and virtuous female image. The protagonist was very remarkable at the time and deserves admiration! The author's writing style is fluent, and the writing of people and events is written step by step. The characters are vivid and touching. I like it and recommend it! Dong Zhujun is a role model for modern women! The author has made his own contribution to praise new women, carry forward the indomitable spirit of the Chinese nation, and recommends everyone to read it. [Like][OK]
A witness for a century, Dong Zhujun spent her life witnessing the development of China from the decline of the feudal dynasty to the founding of New China. Her firm belief and unyielding will gave her a wonderful life. A woman who was born in a turbulent era must have such a longing for freedom that she can bravely take the step of running away and pursuing her love. Without love and trust, how much courage does it take to start a turbulent life with your daughters? She used her firm beliefs and practical actions to support the revolutionaries. Many people embarked on the road of patriotism because of her... Whether she was escaping as a girl or escaping during the war, her reason, intelligence, confidence, independence, and most importantly, her grateful heart were always with her, and she eventually became the woman we see today. I cried many times while reading this book. In a century, several such women can be born, and they are worthy of our respect. Pay tribute!
A lonely and strong life, with a firm belief, has not only achieved changes for myself but also for a century.
It is sometimes sad to read biographies. A person's life and important events can only be written down in a few hours. Women like Dong Zhujun who dare to break free are the most beautiful rising stars of their era.
A hero among women. After watching this, my heart surged. A woman's awakening is stronger than anything else. She lives her own life without being afraid of hardships or difficulties. Her children are her confidence and strength. It is unrealistic to rely on anyone else. Only relying on yourself is the most powerful.
For Dong Zhujun to be strong, brave and confident and never bow to fate [Like]
An inspirational novel. A model and role model for women.
I like this book very much, very inspiring to women [like][like][like]
Amazing woman,
Going through legends and ups and downs, this is how a great person develops.
Her story inspires us to move forward.
At this decadent age, I was very shocked after reading this book.
Dong Zhujun's life perfectly illustrates - we can't decide our origin, but we can decide our destiny.
This book tells the legendary life of Dong Zhujun. Her tenacity and hard work amidst hardships are really admirable! Just like what is said in the book, "In the first month of the year when the cold wind chills, the wintersweet blooms with frost, as clean as jade but as stubborn as its nature." Her tenacity and courage are just like the wintersweet, exuding unique charm in difficult situations. This reminds me of Jane in "Jane Eyre", who is also a woman who is not afraid of hardships and pursues independence and freedom. I recommend you also read this book, I believe you will have more feelings!
Who says women are inferior to men? Dong Zhujun's legendary life has interpreted a great woman. The author's writing is beautiful, I like it very much
A very wonderful work, the writing is gorgeous and exquisite, and the characters are a combination of beauty, talent and character. Good writing, highly recommended!
A strong woman who has always had faith in troubled times.
Super beautiful, a role model for modern women
It's well written and worth reading, but the timeline in the middle is a little unclear.
Very nice, but the timing is a bit confusing
This is the real lady of the Republic of China
Through this book, I learned about Mr. Dong's extraordinary life and benefited a lot.
A woman I admire very much. This book is very good.
The structure is reasonable, the plot is vivid, and the psychological activities of the characters are delicately depicted.
Worth a look for all women
Beautiful and educational!
Inspiring strong women female role models