Schen: Studien aus einer chinesischen Weltstadt by Fritz Secker
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Secker, Fritz, 1889-
German
"Schen: Studien aus einer chinesischen Weltstadt" by Fritz Secker is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. The work examines the cultural transformations occurring in Shanghai during a pivotal time in Chinese history, following the Xinhai Revolution. Secker captures the nuances of modern Chinese society, contrasting traditional ...
during the 1912 Chinese New Year celebrations, which coincided with significant political shifts. Secker notes the juxtaposition of colorful Republican flags, military uniforms, and the traditional attire of the population, indicating a deep cultural tension. He describes the vibrant yet superficial life of the city and emphasizes the impact of Western fashion on local traditions. Through observations of street life, theaters, and festivals, Secker illustrates a society grappling with its identity amid modernization, hinting at the lasting effects of this "Shanghaiism" on genuine Chinese cultural values. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Melissa Johnson
3 months agoHaving explored similar works, the technical accuracy of the content is spot on. I’ll be referencing this again soon.
Anthony White
4 months agoI have to admit, the author clearly understands the subject matter in deepth. I couldn't put it down until the very end.
Andrew Flores
3 months agoReading this felt refreshing because the author clearly understands the subject matter in depth. An impressive piece of work.
Amanda Ramirez
1 month agoAfter hearing about this multiple times, the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. This felt rewarding to read.
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Betty Davis
5 months agoAs part of my coursework, the emotional weight of the story is balanced perfectly with moments of levity. This felt rewarding to read.