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Floating and Sinking on the Sea of Officialdom
Floating and Sinking on the Sea of Officialdom
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The second volume of a trilogy of modern Chinese historical fiction, "Floating and Sinking on the Sea of Officialdom," follows the main character as they strive to transform their politically suppressed and economically poor country into a democratic, dynamic, and prosperous one through economic and political reforms. The novel provides a panoramic view of the political, economic, and social upheaval in China in the twenty years following the end of the Cultural Revolution in 1976, through rich character portrayal and meticulous description of historical events.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 28 June 2021
Publisher: Troubador Publishing
The second installment of the trilogy of modern Chinese historical fiction, "Floating and Sinking on the Sea of Officialdom," is a captivating historical novel that intertwines a poignant love story. In Volume I, "Sailing Across the Red Storm," the protagonist and his family, friends, and lovers courageously weathered the tumultuous Cultural Revolution in China. However, in this volume, they embark on a mission to transform their politically suppressed and economically impoverished nation into a democratic, dynamic, and prosperous one through economic and political reforms. The protagonist renounces his academic pursuits and enters the realm of politics, initiating reforms aimed at improving society. He navigates the complexities of these political circles, experiencing both triumphs and setbacks. Emotionally, he and his lovers endure a series of intricate events, evoking a range of emotions, from sorrow to happiness. This novel offers a comprehensive portrayal of the significant political, economic, and social upheaval that China experienced in the twenty years following the end of the Cultural Revolution in 1976. Through vivid characterizations and detailed descriptions of historical events, readers gain a profound understanding of this pivotal moment in modern Chinese history and the evolving perspectives of Chinese individuals regarding love, morality, wealth, and their traditional ideologies of Confucianism and Taoism.
Weight: 384g
Dimension: 130 x 199 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800463424
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