Massage

Name: Massage
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780734399113
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A Novel: China Library

By Bi Feiyu

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Summary

Massage by Bi Feiyu delves into the lives of visually impaired massage therapists working in a clinic in China. The narrative explores their personal struggles, dreams, and the dynamics between them, offering a poignant look at the human condition through their unique perspectives. Themes of resilience, connection, and the pursuit of dignity resonate throughout this moving tale.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You'll enjoy this novel if you appreciate stories that delve into the intricate lives and connections of a unique community. Set in a massage centre operated by blind masseurs, it offers a poignant exploration of human resilience, empathy, and the search for identity, making it an enriching read for fans of character-driven fiction.

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A stunning portrait of disability and the strength of human character.

Massage by Bi Feiyu revolves around Wang Daifu, a sought-after blind practitioner of tuina, traditional pressure-point massage. His is a uniquely coveted skill, yet it is one of the few options open to the visually impaired in China.

After losing all his savings on the stock market, Wang Daifu returns to his provincial hometown to rebuild his life. His fiancée, Xiao Kong, accompanies him, but pressure quickly builds in their relationship as expectations collide, leading to choices that Wang Daifu never thought he would have to make.

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Massage by Bi Feiyu is lauded for its insightful exploration of the world of the visually impaired, offering readers a thoughtfully crafted narrative. The characters are well-developed, and the author skilfully weaves their personal struggles and triumphs into the story, making it engaging. It receives praise for its emotional depth and ability to provide a unique perspective on the challenges faced by blind individuals.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780734399113

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 August 2016

Country: Australia

Imprint: Penguin Random House Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 195.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 330

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About the Author

Bi Feiyu was born in 1964 in Jiangsu proviince, China. Previously an editor for the literary magazine Yu Hua and a journalist at Nanjing Daily, he is a two-time winner of the Lu Xun Literary Prize. Massage won the Mao Dun Literature Prize in 2011 and was successfully adapted for film in 2014, winning several awards at the Golden Horse Awards and the Asian Film Awards.