Bound Feet and Western Dress

While researching at Harvard, Pang-Mei Natasha Chang discovered the story of her great aunt, Chang Yu-i, a remarkable woman from Shanghai who challenged societal norms throughout her life. Through her niece’s heartfelt narration, the book explores Chang Yu-i’s experiences, including her marriage to a renowned poet, her leadership at a Shanghai bank, and her personal struggles in early 20th-century China. This compelling portrait offers an intimate glimpse into a life of resilience and defiance across decades of Chinese history.