The Near and the Far

Discover the rich tapestry of storytelling with 'The Near and the Far,' a compelling collection from 21 award-winning writers across the Asia-Pacific region. This trade paperback, published by Scribe Publications in 2016, boasts 288 pages of insightful narratives that explore unexpected connections. Through poignant tales set in vibrant locales—from a seething Kuala Lumpur, where a journalist stands firm amidst chaos, to post-9/11 San Francisco, capturing the struggles of a woman confronting her past with a foster child—each story resonates with deeply human experiences. In contemporary Bangkok, writers delve into the complexities of gender alongside engaging with ladyboy culture. High in Queensland’s scenic Border Ranges, youth and innocence take center stage as a boy finds solace in small, delicate silver bells pinned to his chest.

'The Near and the Far' is not just a book; it’s an immersive journey that represents the fusion of cultures and the universality of human emotion. Featuring contributions from literary voices like Cate Kennedy, Melissa Lucashenko, Maxine Beneba Clarke, and Omar Musa, this anthology is born from the innovative Writers Immersion and Cultural Exchange program, a testament to creativity and cultural dialogue. Seamlessly connecting Australia, Singapore, Vietnam, and beyond, this collection serves as a passport to worlds unknown, where every page is a threshold waiting to be crossed. Enjoy the convenience of FREE shipping on this enriching literary adventure, although please note that combined shipping with other products is not available. Expect delivery within 10 days.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925321562
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2016
Publisher: Scribe Publications
Pages: 288


Description:
From 21 of the best writers in the Asia-Pacific region comes a collection about finding connections where you least expect them.

It's a sweltering night in Kuala Lumpur, and a journalist is protesting in a city on the edge of meltdown. It's post-9/11 San Francisco, and a woman meets her foster child, who provokes painful reminders of her past. It's contemporary Bangkok, and a writer's encounter with ladyboy culture prompts him to explore gender boundaries. And high in Queensland's Border Ranges, a boy prone to getting lost is having six tiny silver bells pinned to his chest . . .

The Near and The Far is what results when award-winning writers from Australia, Singapore, Vietnam, the Philippines, Myanmar, Malaysia, and Hong Kong share places, spaces, and ideas. Emerging from the Writers Immersion and Cultural Exchange program - a unique series of residencies, workshops, and dialogues between writers - this collection is a map of art and adventure, ideas and influences.

Featuring fiction and nonfiction from Cate Kennedy, Melissa Lucashenko, Maxine Beneba Clarke, Omar Musa, and many more, this collection bridges the distances between Asia, Australia, and the world. Every day is a border crossing, every story a threshold. Grab your passport and step beyond.

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