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A scene without a character, like one big establishing shot. Wang Anyi introduces the alleyways of Shanghai, whose puddles fill with "fish scales", whose air renders strands of evening-light wearisome. And yet, from the right perspective, the undulating sea of buildings is striking: its balustrades of drying clothes look as though they come from a painting. I look forward to reading the book again!
— Sep 08, 2024 03:59PM
A scene without a character, like one big establishing shot. Wang Anyi introduces the alleyways of Shanghai, whose puddles fill with "fish scales", whose air renders strands of evening-light wearisome. And yet, from the right perspective, the undulating sea of buildings is striking: its balustrades of drying clothes look as though they come from a painting. I look forward to reading the book again!
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