Gao Xingjian Books

Gao Xingjian's collection of essays explores the intersection of Chinese and European literary traditions, reflecting his unique aesthetic approach. The essays, translated by Mabel Lee, include both previously published and recent works, delving into the political dynamics of modernity in Western literature and its reception in China since the 1980s. Gao critiques the pressures artists face in a globalized world and examines how various cultural influences shape his narrative and artistic practices, showcasing his cosmopolitan perspective on art and literature.

Features some of the most venerable names in publishing and makes available new explorations in writing and translation.

The study of the interplay between the individual self and collective selves is an arena of rich theory and research in social psychology. Self and Social Identity is a collection of readings from the four-volume set of Blackwell Handbooks of Social Psychology that examine how group memberships shape the content of the individual's self concept and how the sense of self is expanded as a consequence of identification with other individuals and the group as a whole.

A Chinese man goes on a journey of self discovery in the distant regions of contemplating the disparaging effects of the cultural revolution.

When Gao Xingjian won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 2000, he became the only Chinese writer to achieve such international acclaim. The Chinese University Press is the first publisher of his work in the English language. Indeed, The Other Shore is one of the few works by the author available in English today. The Other Shore: Plays by Gao Xingjian contains five of Gao's most recent works: The Other Shore (1986), Between Life and Death (1991), Dialogue and Rebuttal (1992), Nocturnal Wanderer (1993), and Weekend Quartet (1995). With original imagery and in beautiful language, these plays illuminate the realities of life, death, sex, loneliness, and exile. The plays also show the dramatist's idea of the tripartite actor, a process by which the actor neutralizes himself and achieves a disinterested observation of his self in performance. An introduction by the translator describes the dramatist and his view on drama.

Renowned for its precision and subtlety, this work showcases Gao's exceptional storytelling abilities. The narrative intricately weaves together rich details and nuanced themes, reflecting a depth that resonates with readers. Praised as his finest piece available in English, it promises to engage and provoke thought, highlighting the author's unique voice and literary prowess.

From Gao Xingjian, a winner of the 2000 Nobel Prize for Literature, comes a "major drama about life.Snow in August blends Eastern and Western cultures. In form, there are elements of Shakespearean and Greek tragedy, but in spirit, it embodies a uniquely Eastern sensibility."―Gao XingjianSnow in August is based on the life of Huineng (AD 633-713), the Sixth Patriarch of Zen Buddhism in Tang Dynasty China. Packed with the myriad sights and sounds of both the Eastern and Western theatrical traditions, the play exudes wonder and mysticism. The many koan cases and the story of Huineng's enlightenment afford the audience fascinating vignettes of Gao's vision of life and existence ¢w an awareness of the Void and the need for a personal peace with oneself.

Featuring 50 images, this collection showcases a significant number of paintings from Gao Xingjian's private collection, offering a unique glimpse into the artist's work. The visual elements highlight the depth of his artistic vision and personal expression, making it a valuable resource for art enthusiasts and scholars alike.

"Auf dem Meer" präsentiert vier Erzählungen von Gao Xingjian, die bedeutende Wegmarken der chinesischen Literatur darstellen. In einem repressiven politischen Umfeld sucht der Autor nach Worten, um grundlegende Werte zu rehabilitieren. Mit Ernst, Ironie und skurrilen Wendungen entfalten die Erzählungen den einzigartigen Resonanzraum seines Schaffens.