The Chronicle of a Young Beekeeper

Author: Feng Jie
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: A prestigious children's literature award in the Chinese-speaking world, featuring popular and pure works by emerging writers from both sides of the Taiwan Strait. "Everyone should have a map of life in their heart." This is what the beekeeper poet, Lao He, says. In the story, he takes his daughter, Furong, and the son of his old friend, Jiubing, on a journey northward, following the footsteps of spring and the fragrance of flowers as they set out to be beekeepers. The romantic poet, the charming scenery, the vast land, the simple people, and the sweet human relationships.—Commentary by renowned writer Chen Muceng on The Young Beekeeper
The Young Beekeeper vividly portrays the indigenous people leaving their hometowns for their ideals, working tirelessly despite receiving little compensation, evoking sympathy and admiration.—Commentary by renowned writer Xu Jiankun on Farewell, Bridge Farewell
With a warm touch, the story explores the serious issue of life and death, a unique theme where the depiction of family affection leaves a profound impression.—Commentary by renowned writer Gui Wunya on Taking Grandma Home
This is a science fiction novel filled with many innovative inventions. Father and son, among others, skillfully evade the nuclear explosion disaster, roam through strange forests and underground worlds, and overcome threats from mutants. A series of thrilling adventures unfold under the fairy-tale-like pen, delivering a spectacular performance.—Commentary by renowned writer Xu Jiankun on After the World Ends
That was truly a sweet journey! Every day, I could drink a small jar of honey—honey from jujube flowers, honey from locust trees, honey from apricot blossoms, honey from white mulberry flowers, and honey from radish flowers. Flowers from all seasons seemed to bloom in my belly.—From The Young Beekeeper
A rural youth, "Jiubing," travels across China from south to north, initially only to cure his arthritis, but unexpectedly embarks on a rich and varied life as a beekeeper. He moves through a sugary-sweet jar, his entire ear filled with the sweet words of bees. Jiubing, Lao He, and Furong travel together, witnessing the beauty of the south and north, encountering all sorts of strange and wonderful people. They love nature, love life, have broad hearts, and are always willing to help others. The innocent and pure friendship between the two young ones, the budding teenage feelings, the wisdom of the beekeeper poet, and the collection and making of honey compose this desirable "sweet journey."