Delisle, Guy

Shenzhen

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ISBN 13:
9788493508807
author:
Delisle, Guy
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Astiberri Ediciones
language:
Spanish
Publication Year:
2014
Dimensions:
2 x 17.1 x 17.1 centimeters (0.4
Genre:
Reference & Language, Languages, ,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£20.74

Description

Shenzhen is a city that has undergone rapid transformation since its selection by Deng Xiaoping as a testing ground for China's socialist market economy. From 30,000 inhabitants in 1980 to over 10 million today, it has become one of the world's most dynamic cities and a major megapolis.

During a month-long stay in Shenzhen, Guy Delisle, author of Pyongyang, worked as a director of animation project team, experiencing a daily life filled with misunderstandings, awkward communication attempts, reflections, solitude, culinary discoveries, and surreal moments.

This book explores the theme of loneliness and communication challenges in a city built artificially to test China's immersion into capitalism. With a touch of humor, Delisle recounts his experiences in Shenzhen, offering a unique perspective on this rapidly changing urban landscape.

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