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Adeline Yen Mah

    30 novembre 1937

    Cette auteure concentre son écriture sur des dynamiques familiales complexes et l'identité culturelle, s'inspirant souvent de ses propres expériences de vie. Son style est perspicace et introspectif, révélant de profonds portraits psychologiques de ses personnages. À travers sa prose, elle explore des thèmes de déracinement, de résilience et la quête d'appartenance. Ses œuvres résonnent auprès des lecteurs par leur honnêteté et leur profondeur émotionnelle.

    Adeline Yen Mah
    Falling leaves return to their roots : the true story of an unwanted Chinese daughter
    Falling Leaves Return to Their Roots
    Chinese Cinderella: The Mystery of the Song Dynasty Painting
    Chinese Cinderella
    Chinese Cinderella: 25th Anniversary Edition
    Feuilles d´ Automne
    • Shanghai, dans les années 1930, est encore une cité coloniale, prospère et animée. C'est là que les époux Yen, fuyant l'avancée des troupes japonaises, ont choisi de s'établir avec leurs quatre enfants. Là que l'entreprise familiale prend l'essor qui fera de M. Yen l'un des industriels les plus riches de Chine. Soudain, en 1937, Mme Yen meurt, quelques jours après avoir donné naissance à une petite fille : Adeline. Le chagrin de son père est de courte durée : il se remarie à une séduisante Franco-Chinoise, Niang, femme futile et vaniteuse, avide de mondanités, qui ne cache pas son mépris pour les enfants nés du premier lit. Mais c'est à Adeline, considérée comme responsable de la mort de sa mère, que Niang réserve les trésors de sa cruauté. Adeline, qui devient le bouc émissaire de toute la famille. En 1947, redoutant le péril communiste, la famille Yen s'exile à Hong Kong. Adeline ne fait pas partie du voyage. Placée dans un orphelinat, elle est privée de visites et de courrier. C'est dans cette prison, pourtant, qu'elle va découvrir la clé de son existence : les livres... Feuilles d'automne, ce Vipère au poing asiatique, est un récit qui a ému le monde entier, l'histoire d'une enfance dans la Chine d'avant Mao. Le récit d'Adeline Yen Mah a été traduit dans dix pays et vendu à plus d'un million d'exemplaires.

      Feuilles d´ Automne
    • Puffin Clothbound Classics are stunning collectable hardback editions of some of the best-loved classics in the world - including this very special 25th anniversary edition of Chinese Cinderella.Born into the world with her story already written and woven with bad luck, Adeline turns her attention to school, where she discovers that she is a talented writer, much to Father's disapproval.'Writer! You are going to starve!' But with a pen in her hand, she can't help but wonder what it would be like to be a writer - no, an author! It won't be easy, but Adeline must have the courage to rewrite her story. . .

      Chinese Cinderella: 25th Anniversary Edition
    • Chinese Cinderella

      • 256pages
      • 9 heures de lecture
      4,2(212)Évaluer

      When Adeline Yen Mah's mother died giving birth to her, the family considered Adeline bad luck and she was made to feel unwanted all her life. Chinese Cinderella is the true story of her struggle for acceptance and her triumph against almost overwhelming odds.

      Chinese Cinderella
    • Following a fall in the Shanghai market, Chinese Cinderella is whisked away to Grandma Wu's house to recover. As she lapses in and out of consciousness, she is haunted by vivid dreams that seem strange - yet somehow familiar - to her. A tale of slavery and friendship, wealth, poverty and an arranged marriage begins.

      Chinese Cinderella: The Mystery of the Song Dynasty Painting
    • Falling Leaves Return to Their Roots

      • 278pages
      • 10 heures de lecture
      4,0(86)Évaluer

      A story of an unwanted Chinese daughter growing up during the Communist Revolution, blamed for her mother's death, ignored by her millionaire father and unwanted by her Eurasian step mother. It is a story of greed, hatred and jealousy; a domestic drama that is played against the extraordinary political events in China and Hong Kong.

      Falling Leaves Return to Their Roots
    • China

      Land of Dragons and Emperors: The Fascinating Culture and History of China

      • 256pages
      • 9 heures de lecture
      3,7(12)Évaluer

      Exploring the rich tapestry of China's history and culture, this book delves into the country's ancient traditions, philosophical developments, and significant historical events. It highlights the evolution of Chinese society, art, and politics, providing insights into how these elements have shaped modern China. Through engaging narratives and detailed analysis, readers gain a deeper understanding of the complexities and nuances that define this vibrant civilization.

      China
    • Born in 1937 in a port city a thousand miles north of Shanghai, Adeline Yen Mah was the youngest child of an affluent Chinese family who enjoyed rare privileges during a time of political and cultural upheaval. But wealth and position could not shield Adeline from a childhood of appalling emotional abuse at the hands of a cruel and manipulative Eurasian stepmother. Determined to survive through her enduring faith in family unity, Adeline struggled for independence as she moved from Hong Kong to England and eventually to the United States to become a physician and writer.A compelling, painful, and ultimately triumphant story of a girl's journey into adulthood, Adeline's story is a testament to the most basic of human needs: acceptance, love, and understanding. With a powerful voice that speaks of the harsh realities of growing up female in a family and society that kept girls in emotional chains, Falling Leaves is a work of heartfelt intimacy and a rare authentic portrait of twentieth-century China.

      Falling Leaves: The True Story of an Unwanted Chinese Daughter
    • Along the River

      A Chinese Cinderella Novel

      • 216pages
      • 8 heures de lecture
      3,4(10)Évaluer

      The narrative centers on a Chinese girl who experiences vivid visions of a past life, reflecting the author's authentic experiences growing up in China. Through this unique perspective, the story explores themes of identity, cultural heritage, and the connection between past and present, offering readers a rich tapestry of emotions and insights into Chinese culture. Adeline Yen Mah's storytelling captivates with its blend of personal history and imaginative elements.

      Along the River
    • A Thousand Pieces of Gold

      Growing Up Through China's Proverbs

      • 251pages
      • 9 heures de lecture
      3,9(619)Évaluer

      The memoir offers a captivating exploration of Chinese history and culture through personal reflections and historical insights. Adeline Yen Mah intertwines her family’s proverbs with the lives of influential figures like the first and second emperors and two pivotal rebel warriors. By sharing her own experiences, she highlights the enduring relevance of these historical narratives, providing Western readers with a deeper understanding of Chinese civilization and its rich heritage.

      A Thousand Pieces of Gold