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Over five decades, the novel chronicles the intertwined lives of two Peking Opera performers who share a childhood bond, and the woman who steps between them. Their personal journey unfolds amid the turbulent chapters of modern Chinese history, from the chaotic warlord period through the upheavals of the Cultural Revolution, offering an intense exploration of friendship, love, and the transformative power of art.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Literary Fiction/Contemporary Literary Fiction
Authors: Li, Bihua.
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