Crystal Boys
- 336 pages
- 12 hours of reading
First modern Chinese novel dealing with gay themes. Translated from the Chinese.
Hsien-Yung Pai Books
Kenneth Pai is a "melancholy pioneer" whose writing often delves into themes of loss and identity. His work reflects the complexities of Chinese history and personal experiences tied to war and displacement. With a distinctive style, he explores the human spirit amidst turbulent times. Readers will appreciate the depth and emotional resonance within his narratives.
Taipei People
- 392 pages
- 14 hours of reading
Widely acclaimed as a classic of contemporary fiction, Taipei People has been frequently compared to James Joyce's Dubliners. Henry Miller considers Pai Hsien-Yung a master of portraiture. The collection of fourteen stories from this reprint edition has already been translated to great acclaim into French, German, Italian, Dutch, Hebrew, Japanese, and Korean.