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In an era without social welfare, Ah Peng, a resilient two-time immigrant, emerges as a remarkable role model of the previous generation. Despite being illiterate, she successfully raised five accomplished children, emphasizing the importance of teaching them how to be a person rather than focusing solely on their achievements. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Hong Kong and Macau between the 1960s and 1980s, the narrative weaves together collective memories of that era, showcasing both the hardworking and compassionate sides of the previous generation. Acts of mutual support and love, such as breastfeeding others and forming sworn sisterhoods, highlight the profound human connections forged amidst poverty.
- AuthorHo Tszrui
- PublisherMingwen Publishing House
- Publication Date
Lung Ying-tai's debut novel offers a multi-faceted narrative, exploring the philosophical journey of youth growth and serving as an encyclopedic "museum novel." It presents the history of humans, the vast universe, geology, animals, and plants on a singular axis, portraying the state of human existence in a magical and encompassing manner. The story unfolds on Lantau Island in Hong Kong and then shifts its focus to Dawu Mountain in Pingtung, Taiwan. It follows an unnamed writer, who, after leaving the countryside at fourteen, embarks on a life of wandering. Upon returning to the village she left fifty years ago, she encounters a mysterious fourteen-year-old girl. As they traverse the ancient road of a hundred years, the narrative delves into the profound themes of love, regret, pain, reluctance, death, and time, unfolding like a tightly folded fragrant handkerchief.
- AuthorLong Yingtai
- PublisherTian Di Book Company Limited
- Publication Date2020
Two decades after the release of "Wildfire Collection," Lung Ying-tai finds herself in a tumultuous and enigmatic situation, akin to the daring "Little Red Riding Hood" venturing into the dark forest. Astonishing events unfold, and the once innocent "Little Red Riding Hood" has transformed into a resolute and wise public intellectual within the Chinese world. This time, she embarks on a journey to mainland China in the early 21st century, where progress, stagnation, and even regression of history coexist. Lung Ying-tai's articles captivate readers with their fiery gaze and independent spirit, exuding an extraordinary sense of vigor and power.
- AuthorLong Yingtai
- PublisherTian Di Book Company Limited
- Publication Date2006
Zhu Shi-zhuang, a brilliant architect, faced numerous challenges during his life. Born in 1919 and passing away in 1968, he experienced the turmoil of the Anti-Japanese War and the difficulties of the early years of the People's Republic of China. Despite his talent and contributions to Guangzhou's landmarks, including hosting US President Richard Nixon, Zhu's personal life was marked by loneliness and separation from his family. The book depicts the struggles and helplessness of the architect's family during the turbulent eras of World War II, the Civil War, and the Cultural Revolution.
- AuthorZhu Xiaohui, Xie Zhifeng
- PublisherMingwen Publishing House
- Publication Date
The author Luo Jinfen met an old woman sweeping tombs on April 5, 1957, in Xiaobei, Guangzhou. The five or six centimeters long scar on the upper corner of her left eye and her impolite coldness deeply imprinted on the author's heart. When the author met her for the second time, she finally sat down and no longer insisted on leaving. She looked at the author solemnly and said, "Sir, you are an honest person, I can tell you my family history. But there are three conditions, you must promise me."
- AuthorLuo Jinfen
- PublisherMingwen Publishing House
- Publication Date
I can't help but contemplate the individual who initially chose the Bauhinia as the symbolic flower of Hong Kong: were they unaware of the Bauhinia's history as a sterile hybrid, or did they shrewdly recognize that its mixed heritage, stunning beauty, unexpected emergence, and inability to reproduce independently parallel the legend of Hong Kong itself? When the world gazes upon Hong Kong, it encompasses more than just the familiar hotels and commercial structures; it embodies the city's intricate and mysterious story. It evokes the city's multifaceted and enduring spirit that surpasses the austere and impersonal architecture.
- AuthorLong Yingtai
- PublisherTian Di Book Company Limited
- Publication Date2011