Father: The Last Appeal to Life: The Last Appeal to Life

Author: Zhang Xiaomu
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: This is a true story of a father and daughter sharing their lives as they approach parting at the gates of heaven. A retired soldier, nearly losing hope when he learns of his cancer spreading, finds his will to live rekindled by his daughter's love. He fights a desperate battle against death. To understand his father's inner world, the daughter engages him in a dialogue about life, and the ideas and emotions of two generations collide, blending and elevating through intense interaction. The father, too, fully opens his heart through genuine communication, pouring out his secrets to his daughter and reflecting on his life through his final diary, writing down his thoughts and regrets about life. Through the father's confessions about life, the book reveals the yet meaningful life journey of the older generation, reflects the confusion in their life experiences, and offers thought-provoking, deeply moving life advice. The writing throughout is poignant and moving, every word bringing a profound sense of awe and impact.