A Gripping Memoir from China's Cultural Revolution
A powerful and passionate memoir, My Name Is Number 4 is the gripping tale of one girl's life growing up during China's Cultural Revolution.
Number Four will have a difficult life. These are the words that were uttered upon Ting-xing Ye's birth. Soon this prophecy would prove only too true.
True Story of Survival and Resilience
This memoir chronicles the real-life experiences of the fourth child in a family torn apart by China's Cultural Revolution. After losing both parents, Ting-xing and her siblings faced brutal Red Guard attacks on their schools and in their home. At sixteen, she was exiled to a prison farm, far from everything she knew.
The narrative follows Ting-xing's struggle through years of constant terror while maintaining her spirit and humanity. Her account provides an intimate look at one of the most turbulent periods in modern Chinese history, offering readers an unforgettable perspective on survival during political upheaval.
From International Bestselling Author
Written by Ting-xing Ye, author of the international bestseller A Leaf in the Bitter Wind, this memoir draws from her personal experiences during the Cultural Revolution. Once an English interpreter for the Chinese government, Ye now lives in Canada and shares her story to preserve this important historical testimony.
What Readers Will Discover
This paperback edition from St. Martin's Griffin presents a haunting yet inspiring personal account that illuminates the human cost of political revolution. The memoir details life under Red Guard persecution, the realities of prison farm exile, and the strength required to endure systematic oppression while preserving one's identity and hope.
Ideal for readers interested in Chinese history, biographical accounts of the Cultural Revolution era, and stories of human resilience during extreme adversity. This young adult nonfiction title serves as both historical documentation and a testament to the enduring human spirit.
