Faces in the Crowd (The Complete Collection): 54 Extraordinary Tales of Tianjin - Brossura

Feng Jicai

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ISBN 10: 1838906010 ISBN 13: 9781838906016

Casa editrice: Sinoist Books, 2024

Riassunto

The port of Tianjin is where the ancient Chinese empire met the sea. The turn of the 20th century was a tumultuous time for the city, with the Qing dynasty on its last legs and the Boxers unleashing their ill-fated rebellion against the European trading concessions that had colonised its streets.

For Tianjin’s inhabitants, daily life carried on. These hardy people were shaped by the bitter earth from which they sprang, and every once in a while, there would emerge someone so remarkable that a new name would be inducted into Tianjin’s hall of fame.

From a miracle doctor to an ill-mannered mynah bird, they came from every walk of life and in all shapes and sizes. Together, their stories make up the rich tapestry of a city that the modern world has washed away...

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Feng Jicai is a contemporary author, artist and cultural scholar who rose to prominence as a pioneer of China’s Scar Literature movement. He has published almost a hundred literary works in China and over forty internationally, with his artwork exhibited worldwide. His influence on contemporary Chinese society is huge, particularly in the preservation and promotion of Chinese folk culture.

Olivia Milburn is professor of Chinese language and literature at Seoul National University. In 2018, Milburn’s translation work was recognised by the Chinese government with a Special Book Award of China, which honours contributions to bridging cultures and fostering understanding.

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Sinoist Books
• Data di pubblicazione: 2024
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1838906010
• ISBN 13: 9781838906016
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 472
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: non disponibile