Eunuch

Wang Wei, a eunuch who has lived through the reigns of five emperors, reflects on his life in a concise and captivating account. He explores human relationships, including love and its various expressions, and examines power, exclusion, gender, identity, and aging. Eunuch is a masterpiece that delves into these themes.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 98 pages
Publication date: 29 June 2023
Publisher: Lolli Editions

Wang Wei, a master of words, has navigated the reigns of five emperors with a quiet presence. As his own time draws near, he delves into an uninhibited account of a life confined within the court. From his early separation from his family due to an operation that resulted in his becoming a eunuch, to the power struggles he has witnessed and endured, Wang Wei examines human relationships with precision and a captivating sense of wonder.

While rumors wield power, it is love and its myriad expressions that truly captivate Wang Wei. Reaching into a secret and secluded world, Carlson's vivid prose is both delicate and enigmatic. Eunuch is a compact masterpiece that explores themes of power, exclusion, love, loneliness, gender, identity, aging, and transformation.

Through his meticulous storytelling, Wang Wei invites readers to contemplate the complexities of human relationships and the profound impact of societal norms and expectations. This thought-provoking novel offers a profound meditation on the human experience, leaving a lasting impression on those who dare to delve into its pages.

Weight: 96g
Dimension: 126 x 185 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781915267122