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Even Chinese parents find matchmaking corners embarrassing, though a “necessary evil”
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When women were ‘leftover’ at 15
From jail sentences to mandatory government mixers, here’s how ancient Chinese tried to marry off their sons and daughters
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What’s a Beijinger worth?
How Beijing parents assign value to their children’s prospective spouse
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Thumb Screws and Wedding Rings
Which provinces put on the most pressure to get hitched?
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