The Crazed by Ha Jin
Set against the backdrop of the Tiananmen Square protests, this compelling narrative follows Jian Wan, a graduate student in China, as he navigates the tumultuous political landscape and personal turmoil. When his mentor, Professor Yang, suffers a stroke, Jian becomes his reluctant caretaker, unraveling the professor's incoherent ramblings that reveal hidden truths about his life and the oppressive regime they live under. As Jian grapples with his own ambitions and the oppressive societal constraints, he is forced to confront the complexities of loyalty, love, and the pursuit of freedom in a rapidly changing world.
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- Published
- 2002
- Nationality
- American
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- Pages
- 320-340
- Original Language
- English
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