Linda Jaivin is an internationally published Australian author, translator, essayist, novelist and specialist writer on China.
From the woman who launched China’s textile industry to the emperor who’d rather slice his gown than wake his lover – inspiring a euphemism for queer love still used today – China has always been a place full of larger-than-life characters.
Benjamin Penny will moderate a panel including Esther Sunkyung Klein, Yayun Zhu and Linda Jaivin that will launch Linda’s newest book, The Shortest History of China (Black Inc, May 2021).
Meet Linda in conversation with ANU China in the World's Yun Jiang.
The Absolutely Superb Bibliothèque and Occasional Wine Bar hosts Linda Jaivin to launch her latest book, The Shortest History of China.
Linda Jaivin launches her new book, The Shortest History of China, sponsored by the Absolutely Superb Bibliothèque and Occasional Wine Bar.
On Tuesday 11 May at the Royal Oak Balmain, Linda will be in conversation about her book The Shortest History of China with Jennifer Byrne, renowned journalist, presenter and long-time host of ABC’s The Book Club.
Linda Jaivin will join in conversation in an online webinar launching her book, The Shortest History of China.
In conversation with Benjamin Law. A pacy history of China that can be read in an afternoon, but will transform your perspective for a lifetime
Joined by journalist and author Rick Morton, join us with a glass of wine as Linda discusses China's sprawling and gloriously messy history, and its future.