Publisher's Synopsis
The Chinese Coat is a novel written by Jennette Lee and first published in 1920. The story takes place in China during the early 20th century and follows the life of a young Chinese woman named Mei-li. Mei-li is the daughter of a wealthy merchant and is raised in a traditional Chinese household. However, she is determined to break free from the constraints of her society and seeks to become a modern, independent woman.The novel explores the themes of cultural identity, gender roles, and the clash between tradition and modernity. Mei-li's journey is filled with obstacles as she navigates the expectations of her family and society, while also pursuing her own dreams and desires. Along the way, she falls in love with a young American journalist named Tom, who introduces her to new ideas and perspectives.The Chinese Coat is a captivating and thought-provoking novel that provides a glimpse into the complex and rich culture of China during a time of great change. Through Mei-li's story, readers are able to explore the challenges and opportunities faced by women in traditional societies and the power of love and determination to overcome obstacles.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
