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- From a visionary, world-class writer, dubbed China's most controversial novelist by the New Yorker, a gripping and biting story of ambition and betrayal, following two young communist revolutionaries whose forbidden love sets them apart from their traditionally minded village, as the Cultural Revolution sweeps the nationGao Aijun is a son of the soil of Henan's Balou Mountains, and after a service in the Army, he is on his way back to his ancestral village, feeling like a hero. Close to his arrival, he sees a strikingly attractive woman walking barefoot alongside a railway track in the warm afternoon sun, and he is instantly smitten. She is Xia Hongmei and lives up to her name of beautiful flower. Hiding their relationship from their spouses, the pair hurl themselves into the struggle to bring revolution to their backwater village. They spend their days and nights writing pamphlets, organizing work brigades, and attending rallies, feeling they are the vanguard for the full-blown revolution that is waiting in the wings. Emboldened by encouragement from the Party, the couple dig a literal tunnel of love between their homes, where underneath the village their revolutionary and sexual fervor reaches a boiling point. While the unsuspecting villagers sleep, they sing revolutionary songs and compete in shouting-matches of Maoist slogans before making earth-moving love. But when their torrid relationship is finally discovered, and they have to answer to Hongmei's husband, their dreams of a bright future together begin to fray. Will their great revolutionary energy save their skins, or will they too fall victim to the revolution that is swallowing up the country?A novel of rare emotional force and surprising humor, Hard Like Water is an operatic and brilliantly plotted human drama about power's corrupting nature and the brute force of love and desire.
| Book format | Paperback |
| Fiction/nonfiction | Fiction |
| Genre | Literature & Fiction |
| Publication date | June, 2022 |
| Pages | 432 |
| Reading level | General/Trade |
| Subgenre | Literary |
| Series title | No Series |
| Edition | 1 |
| Publisher | Grove Atlantic |
| Original languages | English |
| Translator | Carlos Rojas |
| Language | English |
| Awards won | Franz Kafka Prize, Man Booker International Prize (Two-Time Finalist), Independent Foreign Fiction Prize (Shortlisted), Man Asian Literary Prize (Shortlisted), Prix Femina étranger (Shortlisted), Lu Xun Prize, Lao She Award |
| Is collectible | N |
| Character | Gao Aijun, Xia Hongmei |
| Recording time | 0 min |
| Retail packaging | Single Piece |
| Assembled product dimensions (l x w x h) | 5.83 x 1.18 x 8.19 in (14.8 x 3 x 20.8 cm) |
| Assembled product weight | 0.9 lb (410 grams) |
| Bisac subject heading | Fiction |
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Hard Like Water, (Paperback)
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Hard Like Water, (Paperback) presents a compelling narrative rooted in literature and fiction, beautifully delivered by translator Carlos Rojas. This 432-page novel features engaging characters Gao Aijun and Xia Hongmei, drawing readers into their complex lives. Published by Grove Atlantic in June 2022, it appeals to those seeking a rich literary experience. The book's dimensions, measuring 5.83 x 1.18 x 8.19 inches, make it a perfect fit for both casual reading and display. While it doesn’t form part of a series, its standalone nature offers a fulfilling journey for readers. Additionally, the paperback format caters to various reading preferences.
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Pros
- Engaging characters bring the story to life
- Rich literary experience for avid readers
- Well-translated, maintaining original nuances
- Ideal dimensions for portable reading
- Standalone narrative allows focus on unique story
Cons
- No series connection may limit sequel expectations
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