The Uses of Literature

Life in the Socialist Chinese Literary System

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• Perry Link

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• 398 Seiten
• 14 Lesestunden

• China

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Exploring the diverse roles of literature in socialist China, this work examines how authors, editors, political figures, and readers engage with texts. Perry Link analyzes a range of literary forms, from elite poetry to underground publications, highlighting the various motivations behind reading and writing. The study reveals how literature serves as a tool for education, enjoyment, debate, and resistance, offering a nuanced understanding of its significance in a complex socio-political landscape.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2000
• Einband: Paperback