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National Book Award-winner Ha Jin's arresting debut novel, In The Pond, is a darkly funny portrait of an amateur calligrapher who wields his delicate artist's brush as a weapon against the powerful party bureaucrats who rule his provincial Chinese town.
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A satirical battle against tyranny through calligraphy.
Who is this book for?
If you're drawn to stories where art becomes activism, In The Pond offers a fascinating glimpse into one man's quiet rebellion. Ha Jin's sharp wit and vivid storytelling turn the act of writing into a form of resistance, making this a compelling read for anyone interested in courage and subtle defiance.
