Twenty Fragments of a Ravenous Youth

Autori

• Xiaolu Guo

Parametri

Pagine

176pagine

Tempo di lettura

7ore

• Arte / Cultura
• Film
• Narrativa
• Narrativa contemporanea
• Prosa storica

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing Beijing, the story follows Fenfang Wang, a young Chinese woman navigating life as a film extra. Despite her hopes for opportunity, she confronts the challenges of a fading Communist regime, chaotic urban development, and entrenched sexism. As she learns to adapt to the city's vibrancy and complexities, Fenfang discovers her unexpected path to independence in an environment that initially feels overwhelming. The novel combines humor and poignant observations about modern life in China.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2009

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