The Soong Dynasty

Sterling Seagrave

For anyone interested in history The Soong Dynasty is a must read… the story of the Soong family is probably unknown to most Westerners. Chinese runaways who were raised in America, the Soong family returned to their country to make a fortune selling bibles. It follows their rise to power, how they became one of the most powerful families in China. The Soong family became the principal rulers of China during the first half of the 20th century and won the support of the American government and press for many decades. Harrowing stories of drugs, sex and immense power and the ruthlessness of Chiang Kai-shek are covered in this epic book written by an investigative reporter who was raised in the Orient. Using archives file from Time, Inc., The National Archives, many individuals and the FBI, Seagrove has written an powerful and explosive book… history that is as suspenseful as any novel. A must for any history buff.