Jade King
History of a Chinese Muslim family (Chinese Edition)
by Huo da
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appears in About China.
The book starts with a poor but talented jade craftsman surnamed Liang, who has but one regret in lifehe has no son and heir to carry on the family business. One day, a venerable old Muslim on his way to Mecca and accompanied by his young disciple appears at Liang's door to ask for sustenance. Entranced by Liang's exquisite jade work and his two b...
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