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More copies of this ISBN:This title in other formats:A Thousand Pieces of Gold: Growing Up Through China's Proverbsby Adeline Yen Mah
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:In this poignant memoir the New York Times bestselling author of Falling Leaves, Adeline Yen Mah, provides a fascinating window into the history and cultural soul of China. Combining personal reflections, rich historical insights, and proverbs handed down to her by her grandfather, Yen Mah shares the wealth of Chinese civilization with Western readers. Exploring the history behind the proverbs, she delves into the lives of the first and second emperors and the two rebel warriors who changed the course of Chinese life, adding stories from her own life to beautifully illustrate their relevance and influence today. Synopsis:“ The journey she takes us on… is fascinating, proving that stories are everywhere, even in the humble proverb.’ Synopsis:This is a cultural memoir as well as a personal account of China's past, illustrated by proverbs taken from a period of history when China was ruled by the First Emperor who united China, built the Great Wall, and standardized the Chinese language.
About the AuthorAdeline Yen Mah is a physician and the author of Watching the Tree, Chinese Cinderella, and the international bestseller Falling Leaves. Dr. Mah is married and has two children. She divides her time between Huntington Beach, California and London, England. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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