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.
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- Published
- 1947
- Nationality
- Chinese
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 512
- Original Language
- Chinese
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- 11th on 20th century 100 Best Chinese Fictions (Asia Weekly)
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