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Blue Light In The Sky & Other Stories (New Directions Paperbook)
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A Selection Of Harsh, Sometimes Violent, And Often Surreal Stories By The Premier Young Avantgarde Chinese Woman Writer.A Couple Moves With Their Young Daughter To The Seaside, Only To Be Terrorized By Hostile Townsfolk, Predatory Seabirds, And The Persistent Sound Of The Waves. Two Old Friends Spend Their Waning Days Traipsing Amongst Ruined Walls, Imagining Bubbling Brooks And Lush Marshland. An Old Man Lives Atop A Bizarre Wooden Building In The Clouds, Where He Is Served Pancakes By A Hostile Youth.These Are The Scenarios Of Just Some Of The Stories In This Generous New Collection By Can Xue. Although Rooted In The Folk Traditions Of Chinese Literature And The Real Conflicts Of Contemporary Chinese Life, Can Xue'S Stories Exist In A Separate Space And Time Where Dreams And Reality Coalesce: Tenderness Quickly Turns To Violence, Strange Diseases Are Caught, And Quaint Landscapes Become Phantasmagorical. Can Xue'S Literary World Is Inhabited By Ghosts, Dying Old Men, Street Urchins, Cobblers, Farmers, Cats, Rats, And Stray Dogs. Much Influenced By Borges, Kafka, And Bruno Schulz, This New Collection Of Can Xue'S Surreal Stories Confirms The New York Times' Assessment That Reading Can Xue'S Fiction Is Like Running Downhill In The Dark; You'Ve Got Momentum, But You Don'T Know Where You'Re Headed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Blue Light in the Sky & Other Stories'? A: The main theme of 'Blue Light in the Sky & Other Stories' revolves around surrealism and the conflicts of contemporary Chinese life, exploring the intersection of dreams and reality through various characters and scenarios.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Blue Light in the Sky & Other Stories' is Can Xue, a prominent young avant-garde Chinese woman writer known for her unique narrative style.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is classified as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it may have some signs of wear but is still functional and readable.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains a total of 212 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, which is lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'Blue Light in the Sky & Other Stories' published? A: The book was published on June 17, 2006.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: Given the themes of harshness and surreal violence in Can Xue's stories, it may be more suitable for adult readers or mature audiences.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: This book falls under the genre of Short Stories, showcasing a collection of unique narratives.
- Q: What can readers expect from Can Xue's writing style? A: Readers can expect a blend of surrealism and reality, with influences from authors like Borges and Kafka, creating a distinctive reading experience filled with metaphor and vivid imagery.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of this book? A: Yes, this is the First Edition of 'Blue Light in the Sky & Other Stories'.