Factory Girls: From Village to City in a Changing China

Factory Girls: From Village to City in a Changing China

Author: Leslie T. Chang
Genre: Society
Published: 2019

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Factory Girls offers an intimate portrait of China's industrial revolution through the lives of young migrant women in Dongguan. Following their journeys, Chang explores the complex emotional, cultural, and economic landscapes these workers navigate. The book highlights themes of ambition, identity, and sacrifice in rapid urbanization, revealing the human side of China’s rise and emphasizing the voices of women often excluded from the national narrative.

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