To Live by Yu Hua
The story follows the life of Fugui, a once wealthy landowner who loses his fortune through gambling and is forced to adapt to a life of hardship and poverty. Set against the backdrop of significant historical events in 20th-century China, including the Chinese Civil War, the Great Leap Forward, and the Cultural Revolution, Fugui's journey is marked by personal loss and resilience. Despite the relentless suffering and tragedies that befall him and his family, Fugui's enduring spirit and capacity for survival underscore the human ability to persevere through the most challenging circumstances.
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- Published
- 1993
- Nationality
- Chinese
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 250-300
- Original Language
- Chinese
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- Alternate Titles
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- Yaşamak
- 活着
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This book is on the following 5 lists:
- 2nd on 20 Best Chinese Fiction Books of the 20th Century (Time Out Beijing )
- 6th on Top 25 Best Fiction Books on China: Understanding Contemporary China through Modern Literary Fiction (What’s on Weibo)
- 67th on 100 China Books You Have To Read (The China Project)
- 96th on 20th century 100 Best Chinese Fictions (Asia Weekly)
- 4853rd on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)