Rice by Su Tong
Set in the tumultuous backdrop of early 20th-century China, this gripping narrative delves into the life of a young man who escapes rural poverty to work in a prosperous rice shop in the city. As he becomes entangled in the complex web of family dynamics and power struggles within the shop, his ambition and desire for wealth lead him down a dark path of betrayal and moral corruption. The story paints a vivid picture of the societal changes and personal conflicts that arise from the relentless pursuit of prosperity, ultimately exploring themes of greed, loyalty, and the human cost of ambition.
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- Published
- 1991
- Nationality
- Chinese
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- Chinese
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