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Mrs. Spring Fragrance: and Other Writings (Modern Library Torchbearers),New
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A rediscovered classic of linked short stories set in San Franciscos Chinatown, by the first published Asian American fiction writerwith an introduction by C Pam Zhang, bestselling author of How Much of These Hills Is GoldIn this rediscovered classic of linked short stories set in San Franciscos Chinatown, Sui Sin Far portrays Chinese immigrants as they fall in love, encounter racism, and wrestle with their new Americanized identitiesdecades before writers like Maxine Hong Kingston and Amy Tan.By turns tender and dramatic, Mrs. Spring Fragrance tells of the Chinese women and men as they confront prejudice and forced detention; choose to assimilate or stay true to their cultural heritage; meet both kind and predatory Americans; and find love, purpose, and understanding in their new home.These stories are windows into the lives of everyday people in an unforgiving city, who find solidarity and hope in the most unexpected places.The Modern Library Torchbearers series features women who wrote on their own terms, with boldness, creativity, and a spirit of resistance.
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- Q: What is 'Mrs. Spring Fragrance: and Other Writings' about? A: 'Mrs. Spring Fragrance' is a collection of linked short stories set in San Francisco’s Chinatown, portraying the experiences of Chinese immigrants as they navigate love, racism, and cultural identity.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Mrs. Spring Fragrance' is Sui Sin Far, recognized as the first published Asian American fiction writer.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: 'Mrs. Spring Fragrance: and Other Writings' contains 192 pages.
- Q: When was 'Mrs. Spring Fragrance' published? A: The book was published on May 11, 2021.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Mrs. Spring Fragrance' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: 'Mrs. Spring Fragrance: and Other Writings' falls under the genre of fiction, specifically genre fiction.
- Q: Is this book new or used? A: 'Mrs. Spring Fragrance' is being sold as a new item.
- Q: Does this book include any additional content? A: Yes, the book includes an introduction by C Pam Zhang, the bestselling author of 'How Much of These Hills Is Gold'.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Mrs. Spring Fragrance'? A: The book explores themes of love, identity, assimilation, racism, and the immigrant experience.
- Q: Is 'Mrs. Spring Fragrance' part of a series? A: Yes, it is part of the Modern Library Torchbearers series, which features works by women who wrote with boldness and creativity.