The Four Books by Yan Lianke

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Yan Lianke’s most powerful novel yet. Reminiscent of A Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich and Darkness at Noon , Yan’s mythical tale portrays the grotesque persecution during the G reat Leap Forward. In the ninety-ninth district of a labour camp, the Author, Musician, Scholar, Theologian and Technician undergo re-education, to restore their revolutionary zeal. In charge of this process is the Child, who delights in enforcing draconian rules. The Four Books tells the story of one of China’s most controversial periods. It also reveals the power of camaraderie, love and faith against oppression in the darkest possible times. Publisher: Text Publishing Year: 2015 Binding: Paperback ISBN: 9781922182487 Condition: Very Good Note: This image is from a stock photo and may differ from the actual cover. Show more