Betrayal and loyalty from "summary" of Wild Swans by Jung Chang
Betrayal and loyalty are recurring themes in "Wild Swans." Throughout the book, we see how individuals are torn between their loyalty to their family or country and the betrayal they experience from those they trust. The concept of betrayal is evident in the actions of characters such as Jung's father, who chooses to prioritize his loyalty to the Communist Party over his family. Meanwhile, Jung's grandmother faces betrayal from her own son, who turns against her during the Cultural Revolution. These betrayals have lasting consequences on the characters, as they struggle to come to terms with the actions of their loved ones. For example, Jung's father's betrayal ...
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