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  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

    1960172085 / 9781960172082

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    Librería: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, Estados Unidos de AmericaWorld of Books (was SecondSale)

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    Paperback. Condición: Good. Wu Lou, penned by Lu Xinhua, a legendary Chinese author who launched China's Scar Literature genre, begins with a haunting scene in a secluded temple deep within the Cambodian jungle during the early 1970s. Tutu, a young woman, discovers her fiancé, a Khmer Rouge officer, dead beneath a Buddha statue. This propels Wu Lou, the temple's master Buddhist monk, into a life of exile.The story then transitions to California amid the coronavirus pandemic, introducing Terry, the novel's narrator, and Tutu, the real estate agent who helped Terry and his wife purchase their house. Terry, a Chinese immigrant who moved to the United States in pursuit of freedom, struggles to find a sense of belonging, both physically and spiritually. During the pandemic, a chance encounter with Miller, a mysterious high roller from Terry's past life as a casino card dealer, rekindles old memories and thrusts Terry into the intertwined lives and histories of Tutu and Miller. Meanwhile, Tutu discovers that Terry and his wife are acquainted with Wu Lou-the man she has spent half a century searching for-reawakening memories long buried and relationships long ended. Tutu also faces challenges in her relationship with her son, highlighting the complexity of familial bonds.Wu Lou spans from Southeast Asia during the rise of communism to pandemic-era Los Angeles, crafting a rich narrative tapestry shaped by love, ideology, and obsession. The novel captures the essence of human endurance and suffering against the backdrop of significant historical events, probing how personal destinies are reshaped in times of upheaval. It explores profound themes such as obsessive attachment, the art of letting go, the cyclical nature of life, enduring love, and the relentless pursuit of meaning.Throughout the narrative, Lu skillfully intertwines ancient Chinese tales and parables with a thoroughly modern setting. Readers are introduced to the Maitreya Buddha while exploring the life of a casino dealer. Seamlessly blending the sacred and the secular, Lu recreates the grandeur of Chinese legends in contemporary Los Angeles.Wu Lou also delves into the American dream, presenting a Chinese-born protagonist in Los Angeles who offers readers both a familiar reflection and a fresh perspective on the American socio-economic landscape.The novel features contrasting characters and scenes, religionists and revolutionaries, jungles and casinos, affection and love, faith and desire, ideals and reality, opium and chanting, monks and exiles.Wu Lou is an indispensable read for those who appreciate narratives rich with emotional and philosophical depth, providing a deep exploration of the human condition across continents and generations. It intricately weaves together themes of spiritual quests, familial obligations, ideological conflicts, the quest for identity, and the pursuit of meaning amid political and cultural upheaval. …

  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

    1960172085 / 9781960172082

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    Librería: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, Estados Unidos de AmericaWorld of Books (was SecondSale)

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    Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Wu Lou, penned by Lu Xinhua, a legendary Chinese author who launched China's Scar Literature genre, begins with a haunting scene in a secluded temple deep within the Cambodian jungle during the early 1970s. Tutu, a young woman, discovers her fiancé, a Khmer Rouge officer, dead beneath a Buddha statue. This propels Wu Lou, the temple's master Buddhist monk, into a life of exile.The story then transitions to California amid the coronavirus pandemic, introducing Terry, the novel's narrator, and Tutu, the real estate agent who helped Terry and his wife purchase their house. Terry, a Chinese immigrant who moved to the United States in pursuit of freedom, struggles to find a sense of belonging, both physically and spiritually. During the pandemic, a chance encounter with Miller, a mysterious high roller from Terry's past life as a casino card dealer, rekindles old memories and thrusts Terry into the intertwined lives and histories of Tutu and Miller. Meanwhile, Tutu discovers that Terry and his wife are acquainted with Wu Lou-the man she has spent half a century searching for-reawakening memories long buried and relationships long ended. Tutu also faces challenges in her relationship with her son, highlighting the complexity of familial bonds.Wu Lou spans from Southeast Asia during the rise of communism to pandemic-era Los Angeles, crafting a rich narrative tapestry shaped by love, ideology, and obsession. The novel captures the essence of human endurance and suffering against the backdrop of significant historical events, probing how personal destinies are reshaped in times of upheaval. It explores profound themes such as obsessive attachment, the art of letting go, the cyclical nature of life, enduring love, and the relentless pursuit of meaning.Throughout the narrative, Lu skillfully intertwines ancient Chinese tales and parables with a thoroughly modern setting. Readers are introduced to the Maitreya Buddha while exploring the life of a casino dealer. Seamlessly blending the sacred and the secular, Lu recreates the grandeur of Chinese legends in contemporary Los Angeles.Wu Lou also delves into the American dream, presenting a Chinese-born protagonist in Los Angeles who offers readers both a familiar reflection and a fresh perspective on the American socio-economic landscape.The novel features contrasting characters and scenes, religionists and revolutionaries, jungles and casinos, affection and love, faith and desire, ideals and reality, opium and chanting, monks and exiles.Wu Lou is an indispensable read for those who appreciate narratives rich with emotional and philosophical depth, providing a deep exploration of the human condition across continents and generations. It intricately weaves together themes of spiritual quests, familial obligations, ideological conflicts, the quest for identity, and the pursuit of meaning amid political and cultural upheaval.…

  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

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    Librería: -OnTimeBooks-, Phoenix, AZ, Estados Unidos de America-OnTimeBooks-

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    Condición: very_good. Gently read. May have name of previous ownership, or ex-library edition. Binding tight; spine straight and smooth, with no creasing; covers clean and crisp. Minimal signs of handling or shelving. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item! Ships USPS Media Mail.…

  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

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    Librería: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, Estados Unidos de AmericaWorld of Books Inc

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    Paperback. Condición: Good. Wu Lou, penned by Lu Xinhua, a legendary Chinese author who launched China's Scar Literature genre, begins with a haunting scene in a secluded temple deep within the Cambodian jungle during the early 1970s. Tutu, a young woman, discovers her fiancé, a Khmer Rouge officer, dead beneath a Buddha statue. This propels Wu Lou, the temple's master Buddhist monk, into a life of exile.The story then transitions to California amid the coronavirus pandemic, introducing Terry, the novel's narrator, and Tutu, the real estate agent who helped Terry and his wife purchase their house. Terry, a Chinese immigrant who moved to the United States in pursuit of freedom, struggles to find a sense of belonging, both physically and spiritually. During the pandemic, a chance encounter with Miller, a mysterious high roller from Terry's past life as a casino card dealer, rekindles old memories and thrusts Terry into the intertwined lives and histories of Tutu and Miller. Meanwhile, Tutu discovers that Terry and his wife are acquainted with Wu Lou-the man she has spent half a century searching for-reawakening memories long buried and relationships long ended. Tutu also faces challenges in her relationship with her son, highlighting the complexity of familial bonds.Wu Lou spans from Southeast Asia during the rise of communism to pandemic-era Los Angeles, crafting a rich narrative tapestry shaped by love, ideology, and obsession. The novel captures the essence of human endurance and suffering against the backdrop of significant historical events, probing how personal destinies are reshaped in times of upheaval. It explores profound themes such as obsessive attachment, the art of letting go, the cyclical nature of life, enduring love, and the relentless pursuit of meaning.Throughout the narrative, Lu skillfully intertwines ancient Chinese tales and parables with a thoroughly modern setting. Readers are introduced to the Maitreya Buddha while exploring the life of a casino dealer. Seamlessly blending the sacred and the secular, Lu recreates the grandeur of Chinese legends in contemporary Los Angeles.Wu Lou also delves into the American dream, presenting a Chinese-born protagonist in Los Angeles who offers readers both a familiar reflection and a fresh perspective on the American socio-economic landscape.The novel features contrasting characters and scenes, religionists and revolutionaries, jungles and casinos, affection and love, faith and desire, ideals and reality, opium and chanting, monks and exiles.Wu Lou is an indispensable read for those who appreciate narratives rich with emotional and philosophical depth, providing a deep exploration of the human condition across continents and generations. It intricately weaves together themes of spiritual quests, familial obligations, ideological conflicts, the quest for identity, and the pursuit of meaning amid political and cultural upheaval. …

  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

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    Librería: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, Estados Unidos de AmericaWorld of Books Inc

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    Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Wu Lou, penned by Lu Xinhua, a legendary Chinese author who launched China's Scar Literature genre, begins with a haunting scene in a secluded temple deep within the Cambodian jungle during the early 1970s. Tutu, a young woman, discovers her fiancé, a Khmer Rouge officer, dead beneath a Buddha statue. This propels Wu Lou, the temple's master Buddhist monk, into a life of exile.The story then transitions to California amid the coronavirus pandemic, introducing Terry, the novel's narrator, and Tutu, the real estate agent who helped Terry and his wife purchase their house. Terry, a Chinese immigrant who moved to the United States in pursuit of freedom, struggles to find a sense of belonging, both physically and spiritually. During the pandemic, a chance encounter with Miller, a mysterious high roller from Terry's past life as a casino card dealer, rekindles old memories and thrusts Terry into the intertwined lives and histories of Tutu and Miller. Meanwhile, Tutu discovers that Terry and his wife are acquainted with Wu Lou-the man she has spent half a century searching for-reawakening memories long buried and relationships long ended. Tutu also faces challenges in her relationship with her son, highlighting the complexity of familial bonds.Wu Lou spans from Southeast Asia during the rise of communism to pandemic-era Los Angeles, crafting a rich narrative tapestry shaped by love, ideology, and obsession. The novel captures the essence of human endurance and suffering against the backdrop of significant historical events, probing how personal destinies are reshaped in times of upheaval. It explores profound themes such as obsessive attachment, the art of letting go, the cyclical nature of life, enduring love, and the relentless pursuit of meaning.Throughout the narrative, Lu skillfully intertwines ancient Chinese tales and parables with a thoroughly modern setting. Readers are introduced to the Maitreya Buddha while exploring the life of a casino dealer. Seamlessly blending the sacred and the secular, Lu recreates the grandeur of Chinese legends in contemporary Los Angeles.Wu Lou also delves into the American dream, presenting a Chinese-born protagonist in Los Angeles who offers readers both a familiar reflection and a fresh perspective on the American socio-economic landscape.The novel features contrasting characters and scenes, religionists and revolutionaries, jungles and casinos, affection and love, faith and desire, ideals and reality, opium and chanting, monks and exiles.Wu Lou is an indispensable read for those who appreciate narratives rich with emotional and philosophical depth, providing a deep exploration of the human condition across continents and generations. It intricately weaves together themes of spiritual quests, familial obligations, ideological conflicts, the quest for identity, and the pursuit of meaning amid political and cultural upheaval.…

  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

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    Librería: Books From California, Simi Valley, CA, Estados Unidos de AmericaBooks From California

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    paperback. Condición: Good. Mismanufactured. Cover is misprinted.

  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

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    Librería: Big River Books, Powder Springs, GA, Estados Unidos de AmericaBig River Books

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    Condición: very_good. This book is in Very Good condition. The cover and pages have minor shelf wear. Binding is tight and pages are intact.

  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc. 9/30/2024, 2024

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    Librería: BargainBookStores, Grand Rapids, MI, Estados Unidos de AmericaBargainBookStores

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    Paperback or Softback. Condición: New. Wu Lou. Book.

  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

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    Librería: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, Estados Unidos de AmericaGreatBookPrices

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  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

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    Librería: Rarewaves.com USA, London, LONDO, Reino UnidoRarewaves.com USA

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  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

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  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

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    Librería: California Books, Miami, FL, Estados Unidos de AmericaCalifornia Books

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  • Idioma: Inglés

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    Librería: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, Reino UnidoRia Christie Collections

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    Condición: New. In English.

  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

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  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

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  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Joint Publishing, Hong Kong, 1979

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    Librería: Carothers and Carothers, Albany, CA, Estados Unidos de AmericaCarothers and Carothers

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    Soft cover. Condición: Good. 1st Edition. 220 pages : illustrations. Publisher's pictorial paper wrappers worn, edges rubbed, lower fore-corner of rear panel creased; contents age-toned but unmarked. 120 grams.

  • Idioma: Gallego

    Editorial: Edicións Xerais de Galicia, 1982

    8475070663 / 9788475070667

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    Librería: Hamelyn, Madrid, M, EspañaHamelyn

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    Condición: Fair. : Flores e Leña es una colección de narraciones chinas contemporáneas, traducidas directamente del chino por Fernando Pérez-Barreiro Nolla. Esta edición de Xerais, publicada en 1982, ofrece una visión de la literatura china moderna, presentando relatos que reflejan la andadura revolucionaria en China. El libro consta de 272 páginas y está encuadernado en tapa blanda. EAN: 9788475070667 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Literatura y Ficción Título: Flores e Leña Autor: Lu Xun| Ba Jin| Lao She| Hao Ran| Lu Xinhua| Lu Junchao Editorial: Edicións Xerais de Galicia Idioma: gl Páginas: 270 Formato: tapa blanda Año de publicación: 1982.…

  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

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    PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

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    Librería: Ouromantiq Books, Brewster, NY, Estados Unidos de AmericaOuromantiq Books

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    Paperback. Condición: Good. Paperback, average wear, yellowed pages.

  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

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    PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

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  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

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    Librería: Majestic Books, Hounslow, Reino UnidoMajestic Books

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  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

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  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

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  • Editorial: Hongkong. Joint Publishing. ., 1979

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    Librería: Antiquariat & Verlag Jenior, Kassel, HE, AlemaniaAntiquariat & Verlag Jenior

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    220 Seiten. Leinen mit Schutzumschlag. Sauberes Exemplar ohne Stempel und Anstreichungen. Umschlag minimal berieben. Kanten leicht eingerissen. Buchblock leicht fleckig. Sonst gut erhalten. Sprache: deu.

  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

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    Librería: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, AlemaniaAHA-BUCH GmbH

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    Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - Wu Lou, penned by Lu Xinhua, a legendary Chinese author who launched China's Scar Literature genre, begins with a haunting scene in a secluded temple deep within the Cambodian jungle during the early 1970s. Tutu, a young woman, discovers her fiancé, a Khmer Rouge officer, dead beneath a Buddha statue. This propels Wu Lou, the temple's master Buddhist monk, into a life of exile.The story then transitions to California amid the coronavirus pandemic, introducing Terry, the novel's narrator, and Tutu, the real estate agent who helped Terry and his wife purchase their house. Terry, a Chinese immigrant who moved to the United States in pursuit of freedom, struggles to find a sense of belonging, both physically and spiritually. During the pandemic, a chance encounter with Miller, a mysterious high roller from Terry's past life as a casino card dealer, rekindles old memories and thrusts Terry into the intertwined lives and histories of Tutu and Miller. Meanwhile, Tutu discovers that Terry and his wife are acquainted with Wu Lou-the man she has spent half a century searching for-reawakening memories long buried and relationships long ended. Tutu also faces challenges in her relationship with her son, highlighting the complexity of familial bonds.Wu Lou spans from Southeast Asia during the rise of communism to pandemic-era Los Angeles, crafting a rich narrative tapestry shaped by love, ideology, and obsession. The novel captures the essence of human endurance and suffering against the backdrop of significant historical events, probing how personal destinies are reshaped in times of upheaval. It explores profound themes such as obsessive attachment, the art of letting go, the cyclical nature of life, enduring love, and the relentless pursuit of meaning.Throughout the narrative, Lu skillfully intertwines ancient Chinese tales and parables with a thoroughly modern setting. Readers are introduced to the Maitreya Buddha while exploring the life of a casino dealer. Seamlessly blending the sacred and the secular, Lu recreates the grandeur of Chinese legends in contemporary Los Angeles.Wu Lou also delves into the American dream, presenting a Chinese-born protagonist in Los Angeles who offers readers both a familiar reflection and a fresh perspective on the American socio-economic landscape.The novel features contrasting characters and scenes, religionists and revolutionaries, jungles and casinos, affection and love, faith and desire, ideals and reality, opium and chanting, monks and exiles.Wu Lou is an indispensable read for those who appreciate narratives rich with emotional and philosophical depth, providing a deep exploration of the human condition across continents and generations. It intricately weaves together themes of spiritual quests, familial obligations, ideological conflicts, the quest for identity, and the pursuit of meaning amid political and cultural upheaval. …

  • Idioma: Inglés

    Editorial: Pine Bush Publishing, Inc., 2024

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    Librería: preigu, Osnabrück, Alemaniapreigu

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    Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Wu Lou | Xinhua Lu | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2024 | Pine Bush Publishing, Inc. | EAN 9781960172082 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand.