· 2022
The violent suppression of the 1989 Tiananmen Square demonstrations is thought to be contemporary China’s most taboo subject. Yet despite sweeping censorship, Chinese culture continues to engage with the history, meaning, and memory of the Tiananmen movement. Made in Censorship examines the surprisingly rich corpus of Tiananmen literature and film produced in mainland China since 1989, both officially sanctioned and unauthorized, contending that censorship does not simply forbid—it also shapes what is created. Thomas Chen explores a wide range of works made despite and through censorship, including state propaganda, underground films, and controversial best-sellers. Moving across media, from print to the internet, TV to DVD, fiction to documentary, he shows the effects of state intervention on artistic production and consumption. Chen considers art at the edge of censorship, reading such disparate works as a queer love story shot without permission that found official release on DVD, an officially sanctioned film that was ultimately not permitted to be released, a novel built on orthographic elisions that was banned and eventually reissued, and an internet narrative set during the SARS epidemic later published with alterations. He also connects Tiananmen with the story of COVID-19 in China and considers the implications for debates about the reach and power of the Chinese state in the public realm, both domestic and abroad. A bold rethinking of contemporary Chinese literature and film, this book upends understandings of censorship, uncovering not just what it suppresses but also what it produces.
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· 2023
The Wok Cookbook is a comprehensive guide to cooking with a wok, a versatile and essential piece of equipment in Asian cuisine. The cookbook is filled with a wide range of recipes that showcase the wok's ability to cook quickly and evenly over high heat, resulting in delicious and flavorful meals. The cookbook includes recipes for appetizers, main dishes, sides, and desserts that feature ingredients commonly used in Asian cuisine, such as rice, noodles, tofu, seafood, and a variety of meats. The recipes also showcase different cooking techniques, such as stir-frying, steaming, and deep-frying. Discover the Art of Cooking with a Wok - From Stir-Fries to Steaming and Everything in Between"Master the Art of Asian Cooking with 150 Delicious Wok Recipes The cookbook begins with an introduction to the wok and its history, along with tips for selecting and seasoning a wok. It then covers basic cooking techniques, such as stir-frying and steaming, as well as more advanced techniques, such as smoking and stir-frying with a hot wok. The Wok Cookbook also includes sections on sauces and marinades, as well as tips for menu planning, meal prep, and storing leftovers. With its easy-to-follow recipes and clear instructions, this cookbook is perfect for both novice and experienced cooks looking to explore the versatility of the wok in their home kitchen. So, let's get started! Whether you are cooking for yourself or for a crowd, there is a wok recipe here for everyone. Get your copy today and discover the endless possibilities of wok cuisine!
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