Rather than writing through an ideological lens, Outhine focuses on the passions and foibles of ordinary people. Their good luck, disappointments, and plain but poignant conversations reveal the subtle textures of Lao culture. The tragedy of war and the threat of environmental degradation are themes woven into his stories.
This book presents fourteen of Outhine Bounyavong's short stories in English translation alongside the Lao originals, marking his formal debut for an American audience. It is also the first collection of Lao short stories to be published in the English language. Peter Koret's Introduction explores the history of modern Lao literature and considers Outhine's writing within this broader context.
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Rather than writing through an ideological lens, Outhine focuses on the passions and foibles of ordinary people. Their good luck, disappointments, and plain but poignant conversations reveal the subtle textures of Lao culture. The tragedy of war and the threat of environmental degradation are themes woven into his stories.
This book presents fourteen of Outhine Bounyavong's short stories in English translation alongside the Lao originals, marking his formal debut for an American audience. It is also the first collection of Lao short stories to be published in the English language. Peter Koret's Introduction explores the history of modern Lao literature and considers Outhine's writing within this broader context.
Imprint | University of Washington Press |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | December 1999 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days |
First published | September 2000 |
Authors | Outhine Bounyavong |
Editors | Bounheng Inversin, Daniel Duffy |
Introduction by | Peter Koret |
Dimensions | 229 x 178 x 11mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback - Trade |
Pages | 198 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-295-97736-2 |
Barcode | 9780295977362 |
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LSN | 0-295-97736-1 |