Monkey fate

Author: Li Xiaolong
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: This is the heartwarming story of an artistic family: Over a hundred years, four generations have jointly portrayed the Monkey King; Leaving Shaoxing, venturing into Shanghai, enduring from traitors, being adored by audiences, gaining recognition from renowned artists, performing for Chairman Mao and Premier Zhou, spending 17 years to shape a classic Monkey King. Listen as Li Xiaolong narrates the little-known artistic journey and century-old family tradition of the "Monkey King family." This is a book with a positive message: Li Xiaolong shares his personal experiences of learning and practicing art, as well as interactions with famous figures from various fields, transforming them through deep reflection into a spirit that inspires and motivates people. Mr. Chen Jingrun once inscribed for one of his works: "Guiding teenagers on a path to success." The writing of this book follows the same philosophy. This is a book filled with delightful stories: It is woven together from one story after another. Whether it's the deeds of the ancestors of the "Monkey King family," Li Xiaolong's early years of learning the craft, the behind-the-scenes anecdotes of filming Journey to the West, or the difficult transition Li Xiaolong faced after filming Journey to the West, as well as his love life and family life, all are filled with charm, making it hard to put down. This is a book thats the efforts of many renowned artists. Part of this book is personally written by Li Xiaolong himself; the second part is written by the famous writer and highly influential freelance writer Xu Linzheng; the third part features Li Xiaolong's father, Li Lengtong, known as the "Southern Monkey King," who engages in a rare dialogue with Li Xiaolong titled "What You Don't Know About Li Xiaolong and Journey to the West," with every sentence brilliant and brimming with wit. Master Fan Zeng, a great artist, happily inscribed a preface for the publication of this book.