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by Lee Wind (Author), Jieting Chen (Illustrator)
Journey back in time to the ancient kingdom of Wei, where the legendary Yuan, Duke Ling, and his beloved Mi Zi Xia captured the hearts of generations with their epic love story. It was circa 500 BCE when fate brought them together, and a simple act - sharing a peach - ignited a love that would transcend time and inspire countless souls. In "Love of the Half-Eaten Peach," experience the beauty and passion of their romance as it unfolds against the backdrop of a tumultuous era. Through poetic prose and lyrical storytelling, readers are transported to a world where love knows no bounds and defies all obstacles. As Yuan, Duke Ling, and Mi Zi Xia navigate the complexities of their love amidst political intrigue and societal expectations, their bond only grows stronger. Their shared peach becomes a symbol of their undying devotion, and the phrase "Love of the Half-Eaten Peach" enters the lexicon of Chinese culture, forever immortalizing their love story.
Author Biography
Lee Wind writes the books that would have changed his life as a young Gay Jewish kid. From the moment he learned the real Gay history of Yuan and Xi Zia, Lee set out to retell their story as a celebration that Queer people deserve epic love, too - and that's the book you're holding in your hands. He's the author of the acclaimed picture book Red and Green and Blue and White and the award-winning nonfiction for readers age 11 and up, No Way, They Were Gay? Hidden Lives and Secret Loves. Lee also runs the popular blog I'm Here. I'm Queer. What the Hell Do I Read? - words his younger self only dreamed of saying. He lives in Los Angeles with his husband of more than 25 years, and they have a grown daughter. Visit him at leewind.org.
