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Chitra Divakaruni: Defying Cultural Boundaries with Universal Stories
The contemporary novelist says she's attracted to myths and epics "because they are timeless."
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Paul Auster: Lost (and Found) in Translation
The American novelist and his Japanese translator discuss the intricacies of cross-cultural communication.
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Paul Auster: Lost (and Found) in Translation
The American novelist and his Japanese translator discuss the intricacies of cross-cultural communication.
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Miguel Syjuco: The Stuff of Life
The 2008 Man Asian Literary Prize winner discusses his debut novel 'Ilustrado' with poet Luis Francia.
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Miguel Syjuco: The Stuff of Life
The 2008 Man Asian Literary Prize winner discusses his debut novel 'Ilustrado' with poet Luis Francia.
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Excerpt: Miguel Syjuco's 'Ilustrado'
Read an excerpt from the debut novel that won the 2008 Man Asian Literary Prize.
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Excerpt: Miguel Syjuco's 'Ilustrado'
Read an excerpt from the debut novel that won the 2008 Man Asian Literary Prize.
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Breaking Down Boundaries Through Literature and Song
Reza Aslan hopes literature and music can help break down the boundaries between the Middle East and the West.
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Breaking Down Boundaries Through Literature and Song
Reza Aslan hopes literature and music can help break down the boundaries between the Middle East and the West.
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Habit of a Foreign Sky: Finding Identity After Loss
Xu Xi's latest novel explores personal tragedy through the eyes of a powerful businesswoman.
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Habit of a Foreign Sky: Finding Identity After Loss
Xu Xi's latest novel explores personal tragedy through the eyes of a powerful businesswoman.
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