The Year 1979 in My Life

Summary

The passage describes a group of professors returning from a military parade in Beijing. After drinking, they struggle to find transportation and eventually book rooms at a guesthouse. Li He returns home to his wife He Fang, who questions him about the day's events. The next morning, Li He wakes up, has breakfast with Xiao Wei, and asks him to develop photos from the parade. The narrative captures the social dynamics, transportation challenges, and personal interactions of intellectuals in Beijing during a historical period.

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