Picture 1 of 1
Forbidden City, USA: Chinese American Nightclubs, 1936-1970
Condition:
Price:
US $40.00
ApproximatelyC $54.81
- Buy It NowForbidden City, USA: Chinese American Nightclubs, 1936-1970
Shipping:
Located in: San Francisco, California, United States
Delivery:
Estimated between Sat, Jun 29 and Fri, Jul 5 to 43230
Returns:
Payments:
Shop with confidence
Seller information
- 99.8% positive feedback
Registered as a Business Seller
Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing.
eBay item number:276381348398
All net proceeds will support Friends and Foundation of the San Francisco Public Library
- Official eBay for Charity listing. Learn more
- This sale benefits a verified non-profit partner.
Item specifics
- Condition
- ISBN
- 9780991573301
- Book Title
- Forbidden City, USA : Chinese American Nightclubs, 1936-1970
- Publisher
- Deepfocus Productions, Inc.
- Item Length
- 10.8 in
- Publication Year
- 2014
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Item Height
- 8.2 in
- Genre
- Social Science, Performing Arts
- Topic
- General
- Item Weight
- 36.1 Oz
- Item Width
- 0.6 in
- Number of Pages
- 216 Pages
About this product
Product Information
"Forbidden City, USA" captures the magic and glamour of the Chinese American nightclub scene, which peaked in San Francisco during World War II. Previously unpublished personal stories, along with over four hundred stunning images and rare artifacts, are presented in this sexy and insightful chronicle of Asian American performers who defied racial and cultural barriers to pursue their showbiz dreams. It was the mid-1930s: Prohibition was repealed and the Great Depression was waning. With a global conflict on the rise, people were out to drink, dine, dance, and see a show to forget their woes--and what a surprise for the world to behold an emerging generation of Chinese American entertainers commanding the stage in their own nightclubs. "Forbidden City, USA" reveals the sassy, daring, and sometimes heartbreaking memories of the dancers, singers, and producers who lived this story, and it weaves in a fascinating collection of photos, postcards, menus, programs, and yes, even souvenir chopsticks. Together they recreate a forgotten era, treating readers to a dazzling night on the town. Foreword by Lisa See, bestselling author of "Snow Flower and the Secret Fan," "Shanghai Girls," and her newest novel, "China Dolls," which is set in Chinese American nightclubs of the 1930s and 40s.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Deepfocus Productions, Inc.
ISBN-10
0991573307
ISBN-13
9780991573301
eBay Product ID (ePID)
201661099
Product Key Features
Book Title
Forbidden City, USA : Chinese American Nightclubs, 1936-1970
Number of Pages
216 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2014
Topic
General
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Social Science, Performing Arts
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
8.2 in
Item Weight
36.1 Oz
Item Length
10.8 in
Item Width
0.6 in
Additional Product Features
Lccn
2014-932571
Age Range
15-Up
Target Audience
Trade
Copyright Date
2014
Item description from the seller
Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing.
eBay item number:276381348398
Shipping and handling
Item location:
San Francisco, California, United States
Ships to:
Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan Republic, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada, Cape Verde Islands, Cayman Islands, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Estonia, Ethiopia, Fiji, Finland, France, Gabon Republic, Gambia, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Gibraltar, Greece, Greenland, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Latvia, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macau, Macedonia, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Mali, Malta, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico, Moldova, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Montserrat, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, Netherlands, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Republic of Croatia, Republic of the Congo, Romania, Rwanda, Saint Kitts-Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Suriname, Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Togo, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Turks and Caicos Islands, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vatican City State, Vietnam, Wallis and Futuna, Western Samoa, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Excludes:
Barbados, French Guiana, French Polynesia, Guadeloupe, Libya, Martinique, New Caledonia, Reunion, Russian Federation, Ukraine, Venezuela
| Shipping and handling | To | Service | Delivery*See Delivery notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free shipping | United States | Economy Shipping (USPS Media MailTM) | Estimated between Sat, Jun 29 and Fri, Jul 5 to 43230 |
| US $3.99 (approx C $5.47) | United States | Expedited Shipping (USPS Priority Mail Padded Flat Rate Envelope®) | Estimated between Wed, Jun 26 and Mon, Jul 1 to 43230 |
| Handling time |
|---|
| Will usually ship within 1 business day of receiving cleared payment. |
| Taxes |
|---|
| Taxes may be applicable at checkout. Learn moreLearn more about paying tax on eBay purchases |
Sales tax for an item #276381348398
Sales tax for an item #276381348398
Seller collects sales tax for items shipped to the following provinces:
| Province | Sales Tax Rate |
|---|
Return policy
| After receiving the item, contact seller within | Refund will be given as |
|---|---|
| 30 days after the buyer receives it | Money Back |
The buyer is responsible for return shipping costs.
Payment details
Payment methods
Seller feedback (21,673)
e***t (14)- Feedback left by buyer.
Past 6 months
Verified purchase
Amazing price for this book which was described as used, but like new, and indeed arrived in perfect condition. Item description was spot on and in fact this book could have been sold as new. Fast shipping as well. This was a rather heavy art book and the seller did a great job of packing it securely so that it arrived in perfect condition and free of damage. Well done and I would absolutely buy again from this seller.
4***e (137)- Feedback left by buyer.
Past 6 months
Verified purchase
I recently bought a book from this seller on eBay and I'm thoroughly satisfied with the experience. The book arrived exactly as described, in excellent condition. Communication from the seller was clear and timely, making the transaction smooth and reassuring. Shipping was fast, and the book was packaged with care to prevent any damage. Overall, a fantastic purchase experience from a reliable seller. Highly recommended for anyone looking for quality books on eBay.
e***m (139)- Feedback left by buyer.
Past year
Verified purchase
Firstly I need to say supporting a public library is so important for the people of today and the future. Now about the book I purchased. The book was in 'as new' condition and the description of the book was excellent. The communication from the seller was also excellent, especially regarding the process of shipment internationally. The book was packaged excellently for a rough, uncompromising internationally journey were care by the courier companies is not a high priority. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Product ratings and reviews
More to explore:
- Reference American Antiquarian & Collectible Books in Chinese,
- North American Antiquarian & Collectible Books in Chinese,
- Nonfiction Books in Chinese & Fiction American Cuisine,
- North American Illustrated Antiquarian & Collectible Books in Chinese,
- History North American Antiquarian & Collectible Books in Chinese,
- Chinese Catalogs,
- Chinese Magazines,
- & Fiction Books in Chinese,
- Vogue Magazines in Chinese,
- Textbooks in Chinese