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A Communist In The FamilyDiscover the intriguing narrative of 'A Communist in the Family: Searching for Rewi Alley' by Elspeth Sandys. This captivating book invites you to delve into the life of Rewi Alley, a significant figure who shaped mid twentieth century China while remaining a prominent New Zealander. With 324 pages of beautifully crafted prose, Sandys intertwines biography, travel journal, and literary commentary, offering a multidimensional view of both Rewi's life
Discover the intriguing narrative of 'A Communist in the Family: Searching for Rewi Alley' by Elspeth Sandys. This captivating book invites you to delve into the life of Rewi Alley, a significant figure who shaped mid-twentieth-century China while remaining a prominent New Zealander. With 324 pages of beautifully crafted prose, Sandys intertwines biography, travel journal, and literary commentary, offering a multidimensional view of both Rewi's life and China's dynamic history. A personal journey, the book chronicles Sandys’ 2017 expedition to mark the 90th anniversary of Rewi’s arrival in Shanghai in 1927, revealing her evolving insights into modern China and the complexities of memory. Utilizing rich descriptions and historical context, 'A Communist in the Family' explores Rewi Alley’s profound influence as a writer, humanitarian, and activist. This paperback edition measures 150 x 230 mm and is published by Otago University Press, making it a must-have for enthusiasts of history and literature alike. Whether you're searching for compelling biographies, travel literature, or insight into New Zealand's cultural contributions, Sandys’ work is an enlightening addition to any bookshelf. Dive into a world where family legacy and political history converge, and explore how poetry influenced Rewi Alley’s remarkable journey. Order now to uncover this extraordinary story from Smartfox NZ, and experience the narrative that blurs the lines between personal memory and historical documentation.CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 150 x 230 mm
Pages: 324
Bind: paperback
Author: Elspeth Sandys Publisher: Otago University Press
Publication Date: 12-07-2019
This is my story of the man, Rewi Alley – family member, writer, humanitarian, activist and unwitting myth-maker. It is also the story of his relationship with a country, China, about which I now know enough to acknowledge how little I know. A Communist in the Family: Searching for Rewi Alley is a beautifully written multi-layered narrative centred on New Zealander Rewi Alley and his part in the momentous political events of mid-twentieth-century China. Part-biography, part-travel journal, part-literary commentary, A Communist in the Family brings together Alley’s story and that of his author cousin, Elspeth Sandys. In 2017, Sandys travelled to China with other family members to mark the ninetieth anniversary of Rewi’s arrival in Shanghai in 1927. One strand of this book follows that journey and charts Sandys’ impressions of modern China. Another tells the story of Rewi’s early life, in an insightful meditation on the complex and always elusive relationship between memory and writing. By placing the man, Rewi, and his work in the context of his time, Sandys is able to illuminate the life of this extraordinary New Zealander in a way that is both historically vivid and relevant to the world of today. Her focus on the role poetry played in his life – both his own and that of the Chinese poets he translated so prolifically – provides moving glimpses of the man behind the myth. Threaded through A Communist in the Family are Sandys’ evolving insights in
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Would definitely recommend.
Style: Grey Oak, Size: 14.17"D x 37.01"W x 35.24"H
Very nice product. Not that difficult to put together. I did it by myself just following the instructions exactly. Have gotten compliments from my friends. Fits a lot.
Would definitely recommend. Nicely designed.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Pleasantly surprised!
The cart is super-sturdy, easy to assemble, and looks surprisingly nice. You would think that the “wood” (the rustic oak) on this cart would look hideous, but it’s not - and it looks good with the black metal.
Just make sure you have your own tools, like a screw driver with a 4 mm hex bit or an impact driver or screw driver with a 4 mm hex bit; it would take way too long with the supplied hex wrench, which although a good quality, is just too slow to use.)
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Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Perfect
Style: Vintage Oak, Size: 14.17"D x 37.01"W x 35.24"H
Went together well
Looks great
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Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Recommended
The directions to build it were clear, and it was simple to put together alone. The wood and metal are good quality and the 3 shelves provide a lot of storage. I have no complaints.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great design for a kitchen sink organizer -- will not tip or accumulate water
We've had an Oxo kitchen sink organizer for years, and it's been fine, except 1) tall brushes (for example, Oxo brushes) make it tippy, stray elbows or imperfect placement of the brush would knock it into the sink and 2) it built up a soapy sludge in the bottom that that had to be drained and wiped down constantly. This item solves both issues perfectly.
Likes:
Size - I think it's about 5 inches deep, which is just right to fit the strip of countertop that runs behind the sink, up against the backsplash
Weight - The drying stone in the bottom gives the baskets some real heft, so there is no tipping it over by bumping a brush handle -- it really stays put
Drying stone -- The diatomaceous drying stone that slides into the bottom of the main basket is a great idea. These are porous stones that will absorb water and then allow it to evaporate fairly quickly. So far, it seems to be doing its job well. I'm sure the stone will need a wipe down now and then to stay clean, but no puddles of sludgy soapy water in the bottom is a big plus
Overall Design/Build quality -- The unit seems solid. It's a simple design, but there are no sharp edges or unfinished bits. Once in place it doesn't wobble a bit. I wasn't sure about the black powder-coated finish, but installed it looks clean and it's unobtrusive. I appreciate that the smaller basket for tall brushes sits on hooks and can be hung inside or outside the main basket. Ours sits inside, but there's plenty of room left over for sponges . And there's still room to stand up a bottle of liquid detergent or counter-top spray.
NOT SO LIKES
Nothing so far. I notice a lot of this style of sink organizer on Amazon, so presumably they're selling well. It's a great improvement over the older kinds.
Five big, clean, well-organized stars. Highly recommended.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2025
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