Jiang Pingwa on Life -- Influence Series

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 in the form of dialogues and interviews. His insights on life, his pursuit of career, his joys of 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 akin 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 solely 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, intimate experiences and distinctive social encounters, offering fresh insights. This book is also the best collection integrating Jia Pingwa's dialogues, articles, paintings, calligraphy, and photographs.