Peace at the Cathay

Shanghai was a frenzy of development in the early 20th century as businessmen, thrillseekers and refugees poured in from all corners of the globe. The Far East's most cosmopolitan city exuded luxury, style and excitement, and one building on Shanghai's waterfront Bund captured it all: the Cathay Hotel (now called the Peace Hotel). This art deco masterpiece's fortunes have mirrored those of the city, weathering war, revolution and radical social upheaval. Peace at the Cathay chronicles the fascinating stories and personalities behind the city's most iconic building.