'Taiwan Travelogue' rethinks history, colonialism, and identity
Taiwan Travelogue, winner of the 2026 International Booker Prize, explores complex themes of identity, history, and colonialism through the perspectives of its author and translator. The work engages with Taiwan's colonial relationship with Japan while navigating contemporary geopolitical tensions with China. The novel contributes to broader conversations about how historical legacies shape national and personal identity.
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'Taiwan Travelogue' rethinks history, colonialism, and identity
Taiwan Travelogue, winner of the 2026 International Booker Prize, explores complex themes of identity, history, and colonialism through the perspectives of its author and translator. The work engages with Taiwan's colonial relationship with Japan while navigating contemporary geopolitical tensions with China. The novel contributes to broader conversations about how historical legacies shape national and personal identity.
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