Category: Stories

INSIDE THE STORY: Rural Life & Garlic Farming: The novel takes place in a distant Chinese village where the people’ primary source of income is garlic cultivation. This crop is important to the farmers’ everyday challenges and incomes.  Economic Hardship: Because of high taxes and regulations that impact the price of garlic, growers are under […]

INSIDE THE STORY: The book “Candy” was written by Chinese novelist Mian Mian, who is known for her realistic painter of urban life in modern China. A young lady named Hong explores the shaky and immoral world of Beijing. A disobedient character Hong  believes in drug use, unprotected sex, and other dangerous behaviors. She attempts […]

INSIDE THE STORY: Mo Yan’s “Frog” is a sophisticated and emotional novel in which readers could explore numerous aspects of Chinese culture, especially in light of the one-child policy. There are some of the main elements and themes: The one-child policy: A government-imposed family planning technique that was in place in China from the late […]

Inside the story: Pan Yuliang’s Transformation: The novel goes into Pan Yuliang’s personal journey, from her childhood to her adventures in the bar and as a wife. It looks into her development as an artist and how her style develops over time. Cultural and Historical Context: The narrative is strongly based in the cultural and […]

INSIDE THE STORY: In Yang Zhijun’s “The Sound of the Wind,” you’ll find an extensive variety of topics, emotions, and character development. Self-Discovery: Mei’s journey toward self-discovery is central to the story. Mei uncovers previously untouched depths of herself through her meetings with the piano and the music it produces. Her musical ability becomes a […]

INSIDE THE STORY: Bi Feiyu’s “The Moon Opera” is an appealing narrative that ties together many major elements: Ambition and Artistry: At the center of the drama is Xiao Yanqiu’s unwavering desire to succeed in the world of Chinese opera. Her thorough education, constant passion, and persistent effort to achieve artistic perfection will be witnessed […]

INSIDE THE STORY: “Spring Silkworms” goes into the complex complexities of a rural family’s everyday lives, aspirations, and struggles. Poverty and Aspiration: The story begins with the Tong family working to make ends meet. Old Tong Bao is determined to break free from this cycle and feels that sericulture (growing silkworms) is the path to […]

INSIDE THE STORY: Setting in a Small village: The story takes place in a small village in China, which serves as a microcosm of the greater economic status crises that occurred during the Cultural Revolution.  Li Bo, the Committed Teacher: The main character, Li Bo, is a dedicated teacher who remains committed to education despite […]

INSIDE THE STORY: Family Dynamics: The story dives into the intricacies of family associations, showing the lead character’s relationship to his family members and discussing the problems and rewards of familial bonds.  Love and Sacrifice: A key theme is love in its different expressions. The plot goes into the sacrifices people make for their families, […]

INSIDE THE STORY: Reindeer herding with the Evenki Community: The Evenki people are a native people that is crucial to the narrative. The herding of reindeer is essential to their traditional way of life. Surviving Despite Adversity: The story highlights the Evenki people’s fortitude in the face of adversity. Their daily struggles are accompanied by […]