Description
This is the astonishing true story of a peasant boy from rural China who defied immense odds to become a world-renowned ballet star. Chosen at age eleven to train in Beijing, he embarked on a journey that would take him from the confines of Maoist China to the global stage. His path was fraught with challenges, including a forbidden love and a daring defection that captivated the world. This memoir is a testament to the power of perseverance, artistic passion, and the pursuit of freedom.
Available Editions
paperback
Berkley Books
Published Jan 1, 2005
451 pages
ISBN: 9780425201336
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Details
First Published
2003
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Mao's Last Dancer by Li Cunxin.
War/Trauma
Racism/Discrimination