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The narrative revolves around Lin Kong, a devoted doctor caught in a love triangle between two women representing contrasting worlds: the modernity of New China and the traditional values of his village. Through Lin's struggles, the author explores the tension between individual desires and societal expectations, highlighting the universal nature of love against a backdrop of political upheaval. With deep empathy and insight, the story delves into the intricate dynamics of personal and cultural identity, offering a poignant reflection on human relationships amidst change.
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Waiting, Ha-jin Yi
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- 2000
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- Title
- Waiting
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Ha-jin Yi
- Publisher
- Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
- Publisher
- 2000
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 322
- ISBN13
- 9780375706417
- Category
- Fiction, Historical prose
- Description
- The narrative revolves around Lin Kong, a devoted doctor caught in a love triangle between two women representing contrasting worlds: the modernity of New China and the traditional values of his village. Through Lin's struggles, the author explores the tension between individual desires and societal expectations, highlighting the universal nature of love against a backdrop of political upheaval. With deep empathy and insight, the story delves into the intricate dynamics of personal and cultural identity, offering a poignant reflection on human relationships amidst change.