About the book
90 classic titles celebrating 90 years of Penguin Books
‘But how sweet a fruit the ‘suppose’ must be, that people will sup and sup on it! A juicy fruit, like a lychee but without the pit, sparkling and light green: a fruit that hides the tart within the sweet.’
In this haunting collection of stories, a young man’s obsession leads to tragedy and a woman’s bitterness poisons a family’s legacy. In delicate, piercing prose, Chang captures a world of quiet cruelties and calamitous desires in pre-revolutionary China.
Editions of Jasmine Tea
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780241752302
Read an Excerpt
90 classic titles celebrating 90 years of Penguin Books
‘But how sweet a fruit the ‘suppose’ must be, that people will sup and sup on it! A juicy fruit, like a lychee but without the pit, sparkling and light green: a fruit that hides the tart within the sweet.’
In this haunting collection of stories, a young man’s obsession leads to tragedy and a woman’s bitterness poisons a family’s legacy. In delicate, piercing prose, Chang captures a world of quiet cruelties and calamitous desires in pre-revolutionary China.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jasmine Tea about?
90 classic titles celebrating 90 years of Penguin Books
‘But how sweet a fruit the ‘suppose’ must be, that people will sup and sup on it! A juicy fruit, like a lychee but without the pit, sparkling and light green: a fruit that hides the tart within the sweet.’
In this haunting collection of stories, a young man’s obsession leads to tragedy and a woman’s bitterness poisons a family’s legacy. In delicate, piercing prose, Chang captures a world of quiet cruelties and calamitous desires in pre-revolutionary China.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Jasmine Tea?
Fiction > Fiction: literary and general non-genre > Classic fiction: literary and general
Where can I read a sample of Jasmine Tea?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780241752302
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Jasmine Tea?
Eileen Chang
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Jasmine Tea is available as paperback(ISBN 9780241752302)
Where can I buy Jasmine Tea online or support local independent bookshops?
You can buy Jasmine Tea from below
Where can I buy Jasmine Tea?