Literature

The contemporary novelist says she's attracted to myths and epics "because they are timeless."

Leading scholars explore how translation alters the meanings of key words in political culture.

Leading scholars explore how translation alters the meanings of key words in political culture.

An excerpt from Xu Xi's novel, shortlisted for the Man Asian Literary Prize.

Xu Xi reads from and discusses her latest book, which was short-listed for the inaugural Man Asian Literary Prize.

Xu Xi reads from and discusses her latest book, which was short-listed for the inaugural Man Asian Literary Prize.

Author Shawna Yang Ryan delves into the hidden histories that inspired her celebrated novel.

Author Shawna Yang Ryan delves into the hidden histories that inspired her celebrated novel.

Discuss the complex ties between American publishing giant Henry Luce and Chinese leaders Madame and Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek.

Award-winning Filipino writer Miguel Syjuco finds clarity in examining his country from afar.

Award-winning Filipino writer Miguel Syjuco finds clarity in examining his country from afar.

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