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532 pages • first pub 1996 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781611453430
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Arcade Publishing
Publication date: 04 January 2012
Big Breasts and Wide Hips by Mo Yan is a must-read for readers who appreciate powerful, unflinching portrayals of strong women and the complexities of patriarchal societies, as well as those who enjoy sweeping historical narratives that blend earthy humor, vivid storytelling, and poetic prose.
Description
In his latest novel, Mo Yan--arguably China's most important contemporary literary voice--recreates the historical sweep and earthy exuberance of his much acclaimed novel Red Sorghum. In a country where patriarchal favoritism and the primacy of so...
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Moods
challenging: 76%
emotional: 69%
dark: 61%
tense: 61%
sad: 38%
reflective: 30%
informative: 23%
adventurous: 15%
funny: 7%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
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Graphic
Body shaming, Physical abuse, RapeModerate
Sexual violence, Sexual assault, Sexual contentMinor
Adult/minor relationship, Animal death, Bullying532 pages • first pub 1996 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781611453430
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Arcade Publishing
Publication date: 04 January 2012
Big Breasts and Wide Hips by Mo Yan is a must-read for readers who appreciate powerful, unflinching portrayals of strong women and the complexities of patriarchal societies, as well as those who enjoy sweeping historical narratives that blend earthy humor, vivid storytelling, and poetic prose.
Description
In his latest novel, Mo Yan--arguably China's most important contemporary literary voice--recreates the historical sweep and earthy exuberance of his much acclaimed novel Red Sorghum. In a country where patriarchal favoritism and the primacy of so...
Community Reviews
Moods
challenging: 76%
emotional: 69%
dark: 61%
tense: 61%
sad: 38%
reflective: 30%
informative: 23%
adventurous: 15%
funny: 7%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Body shaming, Physical abuse, RapeModerate
Sexual violence, Sexual assault, Sexual contentMinor
Adult/minor relationship, Animal death, Bullying