China in Ten Words Lib/E

Product Description <br/>From one of China's most acclaimed writers, his first work of nonfiction to appear in English: a unique, intimate look at the Chinese experience over the last several decades, told through personal stories and astute analysis that sharply illuminate the country's meteoric economic and social transformation. Framed by ten phrases common in the Chinese vernacular--"people," "leader," "reading," "writing," "Lu Xun" (one of the most influential Chinese writers of the twentieth century), "disparity," "revolution," "grassroots," "copycat," and "bamboozle"--China in Ten Words reveals as never before the world's most populous yet oft-misunderstood nation. In "Disparity," for example, Yu Hua illustrates the mind-boggling economic gaps that separate citizens of the country. In "Copycat," he depicts the escalating trend of piracy and imitation as a creative new form of revolutionary action. And in "Bamboozle," he describes the increasingly brazen practices of trickery, fraud, and chicanery that are, he suggests, becoming a way of life at every level of society. Characterized by Yu Hua's trademark wit, insight, and courage, China in Ten Words is a refreshingly candid vision of the "Chinese miracle" and all its consequences, from the singularly invaluable perspective of a writer living in China today.<br/> About the Author <br/>YU HUA is the author of five novels, six story collections, and four essay collections. He has also contributed op-ed pieces to<br/>The New York Times. His work has been translated into more than forty languages. He has received many awards, including the James Joyce Award, France's Prix Courrier International, and Italy's Premio Grinzane Cavour. Yu Hua lives in Beijing.<br/><br/><br/>Don Hagen is a professional voice-over actor and narrator. His voice can be heard in radio and television commercials, documentaries, museum audio guides, award shows, television sponsor credits, and award shows nationwide. He is a well-known audiobook narrator who has narrated hundreds of works, including Gordie Howe's<br/>Mr. Hockey and<br/> A Bad Day on the Romney Campaign by Gabriel Schoenfeld, as well as classics such as<br/>Tuesdays with Morrie and<br/>The Great Gatsby.