Winter Begonia. Volume 1
14.99 €
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Winter Begonia. Volume 1
14.99 €
A gem among the short stories of Asian literature.
"Winter Begonia" is a colorful Chinese historical drama, an enchanting atmosphere of traditional Beijing opera, an inimitable vivid entourage and an ode to the love of art.
1933. Beiping was the most bustling city in China, unlike any other place in the world. It was here that Shang Shizhui, one of the most celebrated artists in Chinese opera, had made a name for himself. Passionate theater-goers kept him busy and shouted his name in a frenzy. Every day, the newspapers published the smallest details of his personal life. He was considered a rake and a lecher. He seemed to be more popular than the president himself. Just then, Cheng Fengtai, a wealthy businessman and a great lover of opera, meets Shang Xizhui and is captivated by his talent. Their acquaintance becomes the beginning of a rare lifelong friendship.
A story that became an instant hit not only in its home country of China, but around the world. The novella was loved online by millions of readers and was published in a large print run on paper, as well as receiving a film adaptation of the same name, released in 2020.
The cover and superblog feature images from talented artist KATIKO. The story is also complemented by three interior illustrations with the book's main characters.
For fans of The Blessing of the Celestials, The Founder of the Dark Path, The Savior-Self System for the Chief Villain by Mosiang Tongxu, The Thousand Autumns by Meng Xishi, and Phoenix Rising by Tianxia Guiyuan.
"Winter Begonia" is a colorful Chinese historical drama, an enchanting atmosphere of traditional Beijing opera, an inimitable vivid entourage and an ode to the love of art.
1933. Beiping was the most bustling city in China, unlike any other place in the world. It was here that Shang Shizhui, one of the most celebrated artists in Chinese opera, had made a name for himself. Passionate theater-goers kept him busy and shouted his name in a frenzy. Every day, the newspapers published the smallest details of his personal life. He was considered a rake and a lecher. He seemed to be more popular than the president himself. Just then, Cheng Fengtai, a wealthy businessman and a great lover of opera, meets Shang Xizhui and is captivated by his talent. Their acquaintance becomes the beginning of a rare lifelong friendship.
A story that became an instant hit not only in its home country of China, but around the world. The novella was loved online by millions of readers and was published in a large print run on paper, as well as receiving a film adaptation of the same name, released in 2020.
The cover and superblog feature images from talented artist KATIKO. The story is also complemented by three interior illustrations with the book's main characters.
For fans of The Blessing of the Celestials, The Founder of the Dark Path, The Savior-Self System for the Chief Villain by Mosiang Tongxu, The Thousand Autumns by Meng Xishi, and Phoenix Rising by Tianxia Guiyuan.
See also:
- All books by the publisher
- All books by the author
- All books in the series Young Adult. Best Asian Novels