The Surprising Power of a Good Dumpling
- 272pagine
- 10 ore di lettura
A novel about growing up in a migrant Asian family with a mother who is suffering from mental illness from the highly commended author of Freedom Swimmer
Wai Chim si concentra sull'esplorazione delle identità culturali e della storia, intrecciando spesso esperienze personali con temi sociali più ampi nelle sue narrazioni. Attraverso le sue opere, approfondisce le complessità delle relazioni e la ricerca di appartenenza nel mondo. Il suo stile di scrittura è noto per la sua accessibilità ma anche per la sua profondità, offrendo ai lettori una visione coinvolgente dei temi a lei cari. Con i suoi contributi letterari, mira a connettersi con i lettori e a stimolare la riflessione sulla nostra comune umanità.



A novel about growing up in a migrant Asian family with a mother who is suffering from mental illness from the highly commended author of Freedom Swimmer
Set against the backdrop of a severe drought in a remote Henan village, the story follows Shaozhen, who dreams of escaping rural life for a factory job in the city. However, his summer break takes a drastic turn as he faces the reality of his village's struggles with failing crops. Confronted with the dire situation, Shaozhen must devise a plan to help his family and community survive. The narrative explores themes of responsibility, resilience, and the challenges of rural life in the face of environmental adversity.
Lin's excited about her first school sports day until she comes last. A relatable picture book about endurance and resilience from the award-winning author and Australian Survivorcontestant, Wai Chim.