"China had its own way of handling unhappy things."
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About Anchee Min
Anchee Min is a Chinese-American author known for her memoirs and historical fiction novels. Born in Shanghai during the Cultural Revolution, Min was forced to perform hard labor in the countryside at a young age. She later joined a propaganda troupe and was discovered by a talent scout, leading her to star in a film as a propaganda artist. After immigrating to the United States, Min began writing about her experiences in China, including her best-selling memoir 'Red Azalea' and novels like 'Empress Orchid.' Her works often explore themes of identity, politics, and gender roles.
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