Under the Red Flag: Stories

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Summary: He can do better
Review: Ha Jin excels in writing vignettes that are simply refreshing to the non-Chinese reader. There are, however, better choices. I recommend the other collections like Ocean of Words and Bridegroom, which are more original and better written. Skip his novels, they tend to drag with unnecessary descriptions.

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Summary: Keep the red flag flying.
Review: I like to leave this lovely book in our bathroom at home, so when Arsenal are playing at home, my girlfriend has something to read. If you've got a wet paint warning, our your house has been left devestated by a jam raid, or maybe tuna town is inaccessbile by skin boat, or the Beetle is up on blocks, this is the book for you and yours. Thoroughly satisflying.

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Summary: Talented Writer
Review: Some of these stories were very disturbing. The writing and structure of the stories is superb, however. Ha Jin creates great tension and excitement. A series of quick, intense stories that left me pondering. Can't wait to read In the Pond and Waiting.