Description
A European man steps off the plane in Shanghai, his heart pulsing with anticipation masked by the guise of a casual vacation. However, beneath the surface of this seemingly carefree journey lies a weighty mission assigned by his Parisian friend. As he navigates the bustling streets of this vibrant city, he grapples with the tension between leisure and obligation, encountering a world that brims with both allure and danger.
As the story unfolds, the man finds himself drawn into the complexities of urban life, where the lines between escapism and reality blur. Each interaction and every new experience in Shanghai forces him to confront his own motivations and the secrets he carries. This exploration of self amidst the thrumming heartbeat of the city reveals deeper truths about escape, purpose, and the quest for meaning in a transient world.
As the story unfolds, the man finds himself drawn into the complexities of urban life, where the lines between escapism and reality blur. Each interaction and every new experience in Shanghai forces him to confront his own motivations and the secrets he carries. This exploration of self amidst the thrumming heartbeat of the city reveals deeper truths about escape, purpose, and the quest for meaning in a transient world.
Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
156 pages
Language
English
Published
Nov 1, 2009
Publisher
Dalkey Archive Press
Editions
16 editions
ISBN-10
156478567X
ISBN-13
9781564785671