The Inspired Island: The Man behind the Book

The Inspired Island: The Man behind the Book (2011)

他們在島嶼寫作：尋找背海的人

Wang Wen-xin, a revered novelist, is known for his deep appreciation of words and slow, deliberate writing style. He co-founded the literary magazine Modern Literature with classmates from National Taiwan University. His notable work, “Family Catastrophe,” published in 1973, was praised for its innovative language and realistic portrayal of interpersonal relationships. Another significant work, “Backed against the Sea,” took 25 years to complete and is celebrated for its modernist beauty. Wang is currently working on a new book, though its release date is unconfirmed.

Date of release
2011-04-09
Runtime
1h 43m
Genres
Documentary
Director
Lin Jing-Jie
Collection
The Inspired Island (Series)

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