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Three Sisters

Howard Goldblatt, Bi Feiyu

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Sisterhood, power, and desire in changing China.

Three Sisters is an excellent choice for readers interested in exploring the complex relationships between siblings and the constant struggle for power in a traditional Chinese society. Bi Feiyu has captured the essence of China's Cultural Revolution through vibrant storytelling and captivating characters. It's a must-read for anyone interested in the history and impact of such revolutionary times.

  • Man Asian Literary Prize (2010)
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Three Sisters

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ISBN: 9781846590238
Publisher: Telegram Books
Date of Publication: 2010-06-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Historical Fiction, Drama, Literary Fiction
Related Topics: Asia, Asian Literature
Goodreads rating: 3.05
(rated by 761 readers)

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Three Sisters is a sweeping family saga set in the early years of Mao's reign.From the petty treachery of the village to the slogans of the Cultural Revolution and the harried pace of city life, three sisters strive to change the course of their destinies as they battle against an infinite ocean of people in a China that does not truly belong to them.Yumi, the eldest, struggles to retain dignity as her ideal marriage falters. Yuxiu relies on her talent for seduction. And, Yuyang, the youngest, lays her hope in her own intelligence, securing the education that her sisters were denied.An irreplaceable portrait of contemporary Chinese culture - of lives unknown but immediately familiar, this is a stunning depiction of the challenges facing women in communist China, as well as a powerful examination of the ruptures and bonds of sisterhood.Translated by Howard Goldblatt and Sylvia Li-chun Lin.Bi Feiyu is one of the most respected authors and screenwriters in China today. He was born in 1964 in Xinghua, in the province of Jiangsu, China. He is the recipient of several literary awards, including the Xu Lun Prize which he has won twice.He co-wrote the film Shanghai Triad, which was directed by acclaimed Chinese director Zhang Yimou and nominated for a Golden Globe.
 

Sisterhood, power, and desire in changing China.

Three Sisters is an excellent choice for readers interested in exploring the complex relationships between siblings and the constant struggle for power in a traditional Chinese society. Bi Feiyu has captured the essence of China's Cultural Revolution through vibrant storytelling and captivating characters. It's a must-read for anyone interested in the history and impact of such revolutionary times.

  • Man Asian Literary Prize (2010)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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