Jia Pingwa on Life

Author: Jia Pingwa
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Publish Date: 2004-10-01
Features: Life is a timeless topic. As one of the most influential writers in Chinese literature, this book presents a comprehensive review of all aspects of Jia Pingwa's life through dialogues and interviews. His insights on life, his pursuit of career, his joy in success, and his reflections on failure are all discussed, covering his difficult rural upbringing, his opposition to the "refined diet" concept, his skill in divination, his view of football as similar to public restrooms, his beloved collections, and of course, his love life. His stories and achievements intertwine, revealing why he is considered a literary giant. Unlike previous interviews that only focused on literature, this conversation centers on life, presenting for the first time a complete and clear portrayal of Jia Pingwa's unique life experience and philosophy over the past fifty-plus years, as well as his personal, private experiences and some distinctive social encounters, offering fresh insights. This book is also the best collection integrating Jia Pingwa's dialogues, articles, paintings, calligraphy, and photographs.