Four Generations Under One Roof by Lao She
Set in Japanese-occupied Beijing during World War II, the novel intricately weaves the lives of a single extended family living together in a traditional courtyard house. The story explores the complex dynamics and tensions among the family members, each representing different generations with distinct values and responses to the political turmoil surrounding them. Through their interactions, the narrative delves into themes of cultural identity, resistance, and the struggle to maintain familial unity amidst external pressures and internal conflicts.
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- Published
- 1944
- Nationality
- Chinese
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 500-600
- Original Language
- Chinese
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- Alternate Titles
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- Four Generations Living Together
- Four Generations Under One Roof
- Si Shi Tong Tang
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- 25th on 20th century 100 Best Chinese Fictions (Asia Weekly)