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Chow Ching Lie
AuthorBooks · Second hand1936-2025
Chow Ching Lie was a Chinese-French writer and a classical pianist. The French film Le Palanquin des Larmes, based on her biography written by Georges Walter describes her early life as the child of a wealthy family, the difficulties she suffered after her arranged marriage at age 13, and her ultimate success as a musician.
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Birth
1936
Death
2025
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Chow Ching Lie excelled in both the literary world and the realm of classical music as a pianist.
Born in Shanghai in 1936, her life was defined by a deep connection between her Chinese roots and her experiences in France.
Her most acclaimed work, Le palanquin des larmes, offers an intimate look at life and social customs in China.
Throughout her career, she published four works that explore the intersection of personal biography and cultural context.
Her legacy endures following her passing in 2025, leaving a significant mark as a narrative voice between East and West.