In 1920s London, Chinese immigrant Mr Ma and his son Ma Wei establish an antiques shop near St Paul's Cathedral. This comedic novel, by acclaimed author Lao She, follows their struggles with cultural misunderstandings, financial challenges, and the peculiar customs of their English hosts, from a patronizing missionary to their well-meaning landlady and her spirited daughter.

Why You Should Read?

• Experience a sharp and witty comedy of manners, satirizing both Chinese and English societies of the era.
• Gain insight into the Chinese immigrant experience in early 20th-century London.
• Explore themes of cultural identity, adaptation, and the search for connection in a foreign land.
• Enjoy the unique perspective and engaging storytelling of one of China's most important modern writers.