A concise Chinese-English dictionary for lovers
Book • 2007
This novel tells the story of Zhuang, a young Chinese woman who moves to London to study English.
As she navigates her new life, she grapples with linguistic and cultural differences, particularly in her relationship with her English boyfriend.
The book explores profound questions about language, identity, culture, communication, and love.
As she navigates her new life, she grapples with linguistic and cultural differences, particularly in her relationship with her English boyfriend.
The book explores profound questions about language, identity, culture, communication, and love.
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