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Hold Your Breath, China

Hold Your Breath, China

Poetry
Pages
208
Published
2020
Language
English

Synopsis

Hold Your Breath, China is a collection of poems by acclaimed author Qiu Xiaolong. These verses offer a poignant and insightful look into the complexities of modern China, exploring themes of change, memory, and the human spirit amidst societal shifts. It invites readers to reflect on the cultural and political landscape through a deeply personal lens.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

Thought-ProvokingReflectiveIntellectualMelancholic

Genres

Poetry

About the author

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Qiu Xiaolong

Qiu Xiaolong is the author of the Inspector Chen mystery series set in Shanghai. His novels, including A Loyal Character Dancer and Don't Cry, Tai Lake, follow a detective navigating the politics of modern China. He is also a poet and translator living in the United States.