Mi, Ai
Under The Hawthorn Tree
- ISBN 13:
- 9781844087037
- author:
- Mi, Ai
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Virago
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 12.8 x 2.4 x 19.7 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Under the Hawthorn Tree by Ai Mi is a poignant and simple tale of love against all odds. In 1970s China, Jingqiu, a young woman from a complex family background, is sent to the countryside as part of a project aimed at promoting the Cultural Revolution. As she navigates her new rural life, she finds herself drawn to the son of a powerful army general. Their love story is one of vulnerability and resilience. Set against the backdrop of China's tumultuous past, this beautifully written novel explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the human spirit. Ai Mi's prose is evocative and understated, yet powerful in its portrayal of Jingqiu's struggles and triumphs. A heart-wrenching story that will leave you moved, Under the Hawthorn Tree is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in Chinese literature or those who enjoy stories about love and human connection.
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