{"title":"Yu Hua","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by Yu Hua, one of China’s most celebrated contemporary authors. Known for his profound storytelling and vivid portrayal of Chinese life, Yu Hua's books offer readers a unique blend of fiction and memoir that captures the essence of China's cultural and social milieu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore \u003cem\u003eChina in Ten Words\u003c\/em\u003e, where Yu Hua takes you on a compelling journey through his personal experiences and reflections on the vast changes in Chinese society. This book provides an insightful look into modern China using a blend of historical context and personal anecdotes, making it a must-read for those interested in understanding the country beyond headlines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into Yu Hua’s fictional world with \u003cem\u003eCity of Fiction\u003c\/em\u003e, a captivating novel that showcases his skill in weaving intricate narratives. His stories are known for their rich characters and intricate plots, providing readers with both entertainment and a deeper understanding of human experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a long-time admirer or new to Yu Hua’s works, this collection is a wonderful gateway into the heart of contemporary Chinese literature. Embrace the opportunity to explore themes of identity, change, and resilience through the eyes of a master storyteller.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"china-in-ten-words","title":"China in Ten Words","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA courageous and intimate memoir of China framed in ten telling words.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePeople.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eLeader.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eReading.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eWriting.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eRevolution.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eGrassroots.\u003c\/em\u003e Through these and other common vernacular words and phrases, Yu Hua—widely regarded as one of China's greatest living writers—tells powerful personal stories of the Chinese experience from the Cultural Revolution to the 2010s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith wit, insight, and courage, he presents a refreshingly candid vision of the 'Chinese miracle' and its consequences, and a unique perspective on one of the world's least understood nations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45706165387500,"sku":"9780715654903","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780715654903.jpg?v=1725884420"},{"product_id":"city-of-fiction-by-yu-hua-9781787705654","title":"City of Fiction","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the early 20th century, China is a land undergoing a momentous social and cultural shift, with a thousand-year-old empire crumbling and the nation on the brink of modernity. Against this backdrop, a quiet man from the North embarks on a perilous journey to a Southern city in the grip of a savage snowstorm. He carries with him a newborn baby: he is looking for the child's mother and a city that isn't there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a story of two people: a man who finds unexpected success after having journeyed to the hometown of the woman who abandoned him; and the woman he is searching for, who mysteriously disappeared to embark on her own eventful journey. This is a story about vanished crafts and ancient customs, about violence, love, and friendship. Above all, it's a story about change and about storytelling itself, full of vivid characters and surprising twists—an epic tale, as inexorable as time itself and as gripping as a classic adventure story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCity of Fiction\u003c\/em\u003e by Yu Hua captures the essence of an era's transformation and the enduring power of narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47288403296492,"sku":"9781787705654","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3ae283579adde4a0c19c8773d1e380b8.jpg?v=1770632678"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/yu-hua.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}