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'Xia Shi introduces us to Republican-era concubines and shows the complicated (and sometimes unexpected) ways in which some women navigated the changing legal and social environment. This book adds nuance to the ways in which we think about the role of women in early 20th century China.' Ann Waltner, Professor of History, University of Minnesota 'Concubines in Public is an authoritative, engaging analysis of a cohort of long-derided women who changed the course of twentieth-century Chinese politics and international diplomacy through their newly valued roles as 'social wives'. This book is a 'must read' for those seeking to fully understand the forces that shaped Chinese politics and social history in the twentieth century.' Louise Edwards, Emeritus Professor, UNSW

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Xia Shi is Associate Professor of History and Marian Hoppin Chair of Asian Studies at New College of Florida.

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