China is more prosperous than before. The people have better lives but they are not happy and confident because the scars are still there.
More Quotes from Jung Chang:
I think because of their terrible past, particularly this century, the Chinese have come to accept cruelty more than many other people, which is something I feel very unhappy about.Jung Chang
In certain areas where the media are still controlled, the changes have come to a halt, which is a very frustrating situation. I would like the changes to take place throughout China.
Jung Chang
We were not treated by our own government as proper human beings and consequently, some outsiders did not regard us as the same kind of humans as themselves.
Jung Chang
The Chinese seemed to be mourning Mao in a heartfelt fashion. But I wondered how many of their tears were genuine. People had practiced acting to such a degree that they confused it with their true feelings.
Jung Chang
Although my book is banned I am still allowed to go to China and travel. There is no longer the kind of control that Mao used to have-there have been deep fundamental changes in society.
Jung Chang
I feel perhaps my heart is still in China.
Jung Chang
Readers Who Like This Quotation Also Like:
Based on Topics: People QuotesBased on Keywords: scars
I'm the guy that made Joe DiMaggio famous.
Lefty Gomez
Priesthood is forever and does not cease when a priest cannot carry out that priestly ministry.
Arthur Middleton
Be of love a little more careful than of anything.
e. e. cummings