Chronicle of a Blood Merchant

"Chronicle of a Blood Merchant" is an internationally acclaimed novel that provides an unflinching portrait of life under Chairman Mao. Set during the Cultural Revolution, readers are taken on a journey through the struggles of Xu Sanguan, a cart-pusher in a silk mill who regularly visits the local blood chief to augment his meager salary. When he discovers his favorite son was born of a liaison between his wife and a neighbor, his world is shattered. However, he ultimately finds strength in the blood ties of his family. With gripping descriptions and clear-eyed compassion, Yu Hua provides a stunning tapestry of human life in the midst of poverty and betrayals.