Black flame

Author: Geregtuji Hekhe
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: A mother snow leopard dies after bravely fighting a snow leopard in a snowy night, leaving behind her cub Gesang. Gesang grows up and strives to become a high-altitude shepherd dog, but is sold off by an alcoholic owner. In Lhasa, Gesang unexpectedly gains freedom, and his innate wild temperament and fierce biting instinct enable him to stand up to all the stray dogs that come to challenge him. It is also here that he learns about the power of guns and the capabilities of humans. Misfortune strikes again when an old painter's negligence traps Gesang once more. When he is on the verge of despair for freedom, an elderly iron-red Tibetan mastiff on a hunger strike rekindles his longing for the distant grasslands. A sudden turn of events occurs when a frenzied yak breaks him free from his confinement. In the wilderness, Gesang meets Kangma—a man who cuts off the heavy collar around his neck. What choices will he face? In the unfamiliar city, he becomes a renowned supermarket security dog, experiences a brief yet passionate romance with a German shepherd named Susu, and becomes the warm giant in the memory of a blind child. Finally, he arrives at the northern grasslands he longs for, where he wonders if he can rediscover the high-altitude essence that fascinates and lingers in his heart. With cold and powerful prose, the author restrainedly expresses overwhelming emotions, quietly narrating the legendary journey of a Tibetan mastiff while maintaining an unwavering respect for animal life. This perspective stems from his multiple firsthand observations and experiences with wildlife. The book features a thrilling plot and strong artistic, guiding readers to open the door to animal emotions while listening to the subtle and beautiful sounds of nature, appreciating the splendor and resilience of life, and experiencing the richness of this diverse world. Right beside humans, there are many coexisting beings, and all life shares this world together.