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With 'Rabbit Moon,' Jennifer Haigh chooses Shanghai as the backdrop to family tragedy

NPR's Book of the Day

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Exploring Cultural Perspectives and the Butterfly Effect

This chapter explores the character of Mr. Sun, a property manager in Shanghai, and provides insights into the cultural history of the city post-Cultural Revolution. It illustrates the concept of chance and causality through Lindsay's experiences, emphasizing how individual choices can significantly shape life's trajectory.

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