In Shanghai, China's largest industrial center prior to 1949, cotton was king and the majority of mill workers were women. This book presents rich information on all aspects of the life of this group of urban workers.IntroductionThe Warp and Weft of Shanghai HistoryInside the MillsOrigins of the WorkersMaking ConnectionsContract LaborThe Working DayWorking LivesVisions of ChangeConclusionNotesBibliographyIndex
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