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“But why people need privacy? Why privacy is important? In China, every family live together, grandparents, parents, daughter, son and their relatives too. Eat together and share everything, talk about everything. Privacy make people lonely. Privacy make family fallen apart.”

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Xiaolu Guo
Xiaolu Guo

Guo Xiaolu is a renowned Chinese novelist whose works delve into themes of identity, culture, and the human condition. Born in 1973, she has gained acclaim for her distinctive narrative style and insightful exploration of the complexities of modern life. more

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