Readers from all over the world, who are used to learning about China
through foreign newspapers, TV and the Internet, may now open up these
books to see China through the heartfelt thoughts and writings of
Chinese people themselves. The many authors of these new short stories,
living in this rapidly developing and changing, yet ancient nation, have
strived to describe all that is happening in and around themselves, to
give genuine dynamic expression to the intricate recent experiences of
the Chinese people. Through the power of their words you will be able to
catch glimpses of the real, complex and living China, as well as other
possibilities for all humanity, including yourself.
Table of Contents
21st Century Chinese Literature - Points of Departure People,Lives and Times The Return of Xiabazi The Remote Hot Spring Girl,Wife,Daughter-in-Law Breezes in the Woods Golden Ranges The Mud Boot Wedding The Land of Green Lake Hanas Ballad of the Bell Flowers Killer A Tale from the Huolin River Editor's Recommendation for Further Reading
