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ISBN-10: 1894770099
ISBN-13: 9781894770095
Publisher: Tsar Publications
Publish Date: 01/01/2004
Dimensions: 8.72" L, 6.64" W, 0.73" H

Strike the Wok: An Anthology of Contemporary Chinese Canadian Fiction

Edited byLien Chao
Editor: Jim Wong-Chu

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Price: $23.95

Overview

This new anthology brings together some of the most exciting works of fiction by contemporary Chinese Canadian writers. Representing three generations of Chinese from a variety of backgrounds, including writers born in Canada as well as places outside, presenting a diversity of themes and styles, and set in various geographical locations and time periods, Strike the Wok is a truly kaleidoscopic look at Chinese life from modern Canadian perspectives. Internationally renowned as well as newer voices are included. Contributors include Judy Fong Bates, Lien Chao, Grace Chin, Ritz Chow, Wayson Choy, Jessica Gin-Jade, Kagan Goh, Goh Poh Seng, David M Hsu, Harry J Huang, Winston C Kam, Khoo Gaik Cheng, Alexis Kienlen, Lydia Kwa, Larissa Lai, Fiona Tinwei Lam, Edward Y C Lee, SKY Lee, Iris Li, Andy Quan, Loretta Seto, Ben Soo, Madelaine Thien, Sherwin Tjia, Fred Wah, Gein Wong, Jim Wong-Chu, Terry Woo, Kam-Sein Yee, Paul Yee

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"It is exciting to see works that take risks by experimenting with form... This collection pushes against assumptions about Chinese Canadian literature and shows support for emerging writers. In this way, Strike the Wok argues the importance of showcasing contemporary fiction in order to reflect the changing Chinese Canadian literary community." –Ricepaper
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Details

ISBN-10: 1894770099
ISBN-13: 9781894770095
Publisher: Tsar Publications
Publish Date: 01/01/2004
Dimensions: 8.72" L, 6.64" W, 0.73" H
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