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Heng Mountain

A journey of bravery and ancient secrets in China

Mike Robinson author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:SilverWood Books Ltd

Published:19th Mar '16

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In a desperate fight against the Manchu invasion, Jun discovers his inner strength and the importance of ancient teachings in Heng Mountain.

In Heng Mountain, a young man embarks on a perilous journey to save not only his family and friends but also the fate of all of China. Set in the seventeenth century, the story unfolds as guardians of China's most cherished secrets strive to protect teachings that hold the potential to alter the course of history. When the Manchu tribe invades and marches toward the Great Wall, these legends compel Jun, a young man from southern Hunan province, to seek out and safeguard these invaluable secrets.

From the moment his mother cradled him in her arms, she longed to impart the wisdom of their province to Jun. Tragically, she passed away when he was still a child, leaving him with only fragments of her teachings. His father, too, shared his mother's words of wisdom each night but kept hidden the family's knowledge of the ancient teachings until the looming threat of the Manchu soldiers became too great. As hope dwindles and freedom is threatened by the ruthless Manchu leader, Jun is faced with an impossible challenge: reclaim his province and protect his loved ones.

With no army or weapons at his disposal, Jun realizes he must summon an inner strength akin to that of a great mountain. Throughout his quest, he learns that true power lies not just in physical might but in the resilience of the human spirit. Heng Mountain is a tale of courage, destiny, and the search for hidden wisdom in the face of overwhelming odds.

"Heng Mountain is a thrilling adventure and is perfect for lovers of fantasy. As the story unfolds, each chapter brings a fresh turn in the plot, with an array of emotions to put you on edge and to warm your heart." - Jasmine Stanfield, age 15

ISBN: 9781781324639

Dimensions: 216mm x 140mm x 16mm

Weight: unknown

288 pages