Desert Hunters: An Epic Struggle of Survival, Fate, and the Human Heart (Desert Trilogy)

Desert Hunters: An Epic Struggle of Survival, Fate, and the Human Heart (Desert Trilogy)

Co-translated by Howard Goldblatt and Sylvia Li-chun Lin, acclaimed translators of Nobel Prize-winning authors. “If one day the Earth is destroyed, this book will tell you how it happened.” #1 Amazon Best Seller in Asian Literature. Desert Hunters is part of Xuemo's acclaimed Desert Trilogy , masterfully translated into English by Howard Goldblatt and Sylvia Li-Chun Lin—renowned translators of Nobel Prize in Literature laureates. This haunting novel fuses gripping adventure with profound reflection on survival, destiny, and the fragile interplay between humanity and nature. Dive into a world where the desperate quest for water mirrors our quest for hope, and discover how a single shift in the human spirit might spark the fate of all humankind. In a vast expanse of desert and grassland, herders and hunters engage in a life-or-death battle for the world’s most precious resource—water. Yet, as the stakes rise and tensions mount, the greatest threat does not lurk among the wolves or in the shifting sands, but within the depths of the human heart. For when our hearts are clouded by ignorance, fate grows dark; when the heart awakens, a new path unfolds. Experience a novel that captures the raw beauty of the desert, the peril of scarce resources, and the hidden power of the soul—a must-read for anyone drawn to stories of resilience, redemption, and the unbreakable bond between the human heart and the land it inhabits. "By portraying scenes with calm and composed strokes, the author ignites the reader's passion; by narrating in an understated manner, the author delivers profound shock. This artistic technique, successfully employed in the Desert Hunters, is what sets the novel apart from many other long-form narratives." — Lei Da ( Former p resident of the Chinese Novel Society, Renowned Literary Critic) "The viewers were undoubtedly left with a deeper appreciation for Xuemo's talent as an author, storyteller, and singer. His appearance on The Spotlight Network was not just informative; it was an inspiring journey through a world where determination and hope challenge the status quo. This segment is a testament to Xuemo's exceptional ability to connect with people, both through his written words and his compelling on-screen presence." — Emmy Award winner, well-known Hollywood actor, and the Spotlight Network of the US, Logan Crawford "Xuemo's singing of Hua'er is so beautiful! He is a promising Asian writer." — Emmy Award winner，Kate Delaney Xuemo, is a shining star in the Chinese literary and cultural world. Born in Gansu, China, he has a prolific career.  His writings have been translated into more than 20 languages. Notably , nearly 10 of novels   Co-translated by Howard Goldblatt and Sylvia Li-chun Lin, acclaimed translators of Nobel Prize-winning authors. Since 2019, Xuemo's works have been consistently featured at independent booths at the Frankfurt Book Fair, the London Book Fair, the AAS Annual Conference, the Tokyo Film Festival, etc.  In 2022, he topped the International Media Spotlight List at the Frankfurt Book Fair.   Honors: Winner of the 2024 NYC Big Book Award; Winner of the 2024 Independent Press Award; Winner of the 2022 Sri Lanka National Literary Award; Winner of the 2022 Excellent Translation Award by the China International Communications Group (CICG).   As of now, Xuemo's works have garnered attention and reviews by tons of scholars from prestigious universities, including Harvard University, Stanford University, Yale University, Stockholm University，Northwestern University , University of Leeds, the University of Warwick, Heidelberg University, etc. T he number of reviews continues to grow.