Author: Xinran.
A scathing denunciation of the violence in China and the hypocrisy of the Cultural Revolution. A tribute to the destroyed lives of countless women forgotten in the crowd. A cathartic memoir of a woman who defied censorship to give voice to those without it.
Voces silenciadas (Voices Silenced) is a must-read piece that gives voice to women who have been silenced for decades in a deeply restrictive and hypocritical society. Taking advantage of the opening up of China in the 1980s under Deng Xiaoping, Xinran launched a radio program aimed at women, where thousands of them shared their heartbreaking stories of cruelty, resilience and courage.
In this deeply moving compilation, Xinran bravely tackles such taboo subjects as forced marriages, rape, homosexuality and the place of women in modern China. These personal stories weave a disturbing and revealing social chronicle of the Cultural Revolution and its aftermath. A heartbreaking, inspiring and absolutely unforgettable reading.
Real and impactful testimonies: Authentic stories that reflect the lives of ordinary women in extraordinary circumstances: experiences of oppression, resilience and transformation.
Xinran is one of the most powerful and committed voices in contemporary Chinese literature. Journalist, writer, activist and lecturer, her work has been key to making visible the silenced reality of millions of Chinese women during the 20th century.
Pages: 259
Publisher: Amok Ediciones
Binding: Soft cover
ISBN: 9788419211569
RPP: 18,95 euros