The Painter from Shanghai - by Jennifer Cody Epstein (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Reminiscent of "Memoirs of a Geisha," this novel is a re-imagining of the life of Pan Yuliang and her transformation from prostitute to post-Impressionist.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>Down the muddy waters of the Yangtze River, through the raucous glamour of prewar Shanghai and the bohemian splendor of 1920s Paris, and back to a China teetering on the brink of revolution: this is the epic story of Pan Yuliang, one of the most talented--and provocative--Chinese artists of the twentieth century.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>A sparkling debut...lush!-- "Vogue"<br><br>Convincing historic detail is woven throughout...Captivating to the last line.-- "Publishers Weekly (starred review)"<br><br>Engrossing...Epstein's spotless pace, vivid characterization and often-breathtaking descriptions elevate the novel above any initial similarities with <em>Memoirs of a Geisha</em> to become its own distinctive canvas.-- "Chicago Tribune"<br><br>Epstein's harrowing--and historically accurate--details show that through darkness comes greatness.-- "Marie Claire"<br><br>Luminous...irresistible.-- "New York Times Book Review"<br>
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