Nine Continents by Xiaolu Guo

A Memoir In and Out of China

In this poignant memoir, a young woman embarks on a journey of self-discovery, tracing her life from a rural fishing village in China to the bustling streets of Beijing and beyond. Through vivid storytelling, she reflects on her complex relationship with her family, the cultural upheavals of her homeland, and her quest for identity in a rapidly changing world. As she navigates the challenges of language, love, and belonging, she offers a deeply personal perspective on the universal themes of freedom, resilience, and the search for one's place in the world.

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Published
2017
Nationality
Chinese
Length
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Pages
300-350
Original Language
English
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