Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress
by Dai Sijie, Ina Rilke
Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress by Dai Sijie, Ina Rilke holds a well received rating of 3.63 out of 5, based on 39.9K reader ratings. First published in 2000. The book spans 184 pages.
About Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress
In this enchanting tale about the magic of reading and the wonder of romantic awakening, two hapless city boys are exiled to a remote mountain village for reeducation during China's infamous Cultural Revolution. There they meet the daughter of the local tailor and discover a hidden stash of Western classics in Chinese translation. As they flirt with the seamstress and secretly devour these banned works, they find transit from their grim surroundings to worlds they never imagined.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Dai Sijie, Ina Rilke |
| Published | 2000 |
| Pages | 184 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.63 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 39,927 |
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What genre is Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress?
Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress worth reading?
Based on 39.9K reader ratings, Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress has an average score of 3.63 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress?
Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress has 184 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress?
Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress was written by Dai Sijie, Ina Rilke. It was first published in 2000.
What is the ISBN for Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress?
The ISBN-13 for Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress is 9780385722210.0.
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