The Field of Life and Death; the Story of Hulan River (Collection of Modern Chinese Short Stories and Novels)

Xiao Hong was born in Hulan County, Harbin, Heilongjiang Province. She was only 31 years old when she died. She is a writer with a unique style in the history of modern literature. She cares about women and disadvantaged people. She pursues freedom, equality and respect. Her writing is compassionate and full of spirituality. She is one of the best writers in China in the 20th century. The works she left behind include "Trek", "Bridge", "Ox Cart", "The Field of Life and Death", "Shopping Street", "March in the Small Town", "The Story of Hulan River", "Mabele", etc. Xiao Hong's works have become classics. The famous American scholar Xia Zhiqing once said: "I believe Xiao Hong's books will become classics that will be read by generations to come." This book includes Xiao Hong's two works, "The Field of Life and Death" and "The Biography of the Hulan River". Lu Xun once commented on "The Field of Life and Death": "Narration and description of scenes are better than description of characters. However, the strength of the people in the north for life and their struggle for death are often reflected on the back of the paper." "The Biography of the Hulan River" was a work completed by Xiao Hong before his death. Mao Dun called it: "The Biography of the Hulan River is a narrative poem, a colorful folk painting, and a string of sad ballads."