Liu Huiwu served as the editor, with contributions from Zhu Hua, Su Zhiliang, and others. Published by East China Normal University Press in 1985 and 1987, this work consists of two volumes. It provides a comprehensive examination of Shanghai's history from its opening to the year 1949. The book primarily focuses on political aspects, extensively discussing issues related to ethnic conflicts, anti-imperialism, patriotism, and class struggles. It also touches upon the overall economic and social development of modern Shanghai.

刘惠吾主编,朱华、苏智良等编写。华东师范大学出版社1985年、1987年出版。上下两册。书中比较系统地研究了开埠以后到1949年上海的历史。所论问题,比较多地集中在政治方面,对民族矛盾、反帝爱国、阶级斗争方面用墨较多,也述及近代上海的经济社会发展概貌。