Ba Jin

Ba Jin was a prominent Chinese author and essayist, best known for his trilogy 'The Torrents', which includes 'Family', 'Spring', and 'Autumn'. His writing often explored themes of individual freedom and the struggles against the confines of traditional Chinese society. Ba Jin was an influential figure in 20th-century Chinese literature, and his works have been widely read and studied in China and beyond.

Books

This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.

  1. 1. Cold Nights

    Cover of 'Cold Nights' by Ba Jin

    "Cold Nights" is a poignant love story set in the backdrop of China's turbulent political climate during the 1940s. The narrative follows the protagonist, Wan Da, as he navigates through the hardships of life, love, illness, and death. As his wife, Zhenzhen, falls ill with tuberculosis, Wan Da's struggle to secure medical help for her amidst the chaos of war paints a vivid picture of human endurance and the power of love. The book also explores themes of existentialism and the human condition, offering a profound look at life's hardships and the strength of the human spirit.