1000 Years of Joys and Sorrows.
London. Vintage. 2022. Reprint. Stock ID #180431 "Here is the story of a childhood spent in desolate exile after his father, Ai Qing, once China's most celebrated poet, fell foul of the authorities. Here is his move to America as a young man and his return to China, his rise from unknown to art-world superstar and international rights activist. Here is his extraordinary account of how his work has been shaped by living under a totalitarian regime. When referring to this item please quote stockid 180431.
Black & white and colour photographic plates, x + 380pp. Paperback.
It's the story of a father and a son, of exceptional creativity and passionate belief, and of how two indomitable spirits enabled the world to understand their country." (Publisher's description).
Price: $24.99 AU