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Book Reviews of The Garlic Ballads

The Garlic Ballads
The Garlic Ballads
Author: Mo Yan
ISBN-13: 9780140233919
ISBN-10: 0140233911
Publication Date: 7/1/1996
Pages: 304
Rating:
  • Currently 1.8/5 Stars.
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1.8 stars, based on 4 ratings
Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics)
Book Type: Paperback
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Think Shakespearean tragedy; Romeo and Juliet; peasant class, eastern twist on plot. Non linear narrative, bizarre, disgusting details. If you really want to get into it, you might need to read some lit. crit. to explain any symbolism of the garlic, names of people, customs, and culture.