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Discover the captivating journey in 'Disorientation', the latest satire that explores identity, storytelling, and the complexities of academia. This engaging trade paperback, published by Pan Macmillan UK in 2022, captures the wild escapades of twenty-nine-year-old PhD student Ingrid Yang, who is determined to escape her academic struggles. Dive into a narrative that blends humor with critical thought, as Ingrid stumbles upon a curious note in the Chou archives that leads her down a path of unexpected revelations, reshaping her perspective on life, love, and race.
With 416 pages of sharp wit and deep emotional resonance, 'Disorientation' poses an important question: who gets to tell our stories? As Ingrid grapples with her academic identity and personal relationships, she embarks on a whirlwind of misadventures that challenge societal norms and provoke thought on privilege and power dynamics. Readers will be enthralled by the rich character development and the dynamics of friendship featured in this compelling tale.
Perfect for fans of contemporary satire, this book promises to leave an indelible mark on your understanding of cultural narratives and personal identity. Embrace the journey – order your copy of 'Disorientation' today and reveal the layers of meaning within!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781529080667
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Pan Macmillan UK
Pages: 416
Description:
An uproarious and bighearted satire – alive with sharp edges, immense warmth, and a cast of unforgettable characters – that asks: who gets to tell our stories? And how does the story change when we finally tell it ourselves?
Twenty-nine-year-old PhD student Ingrid Yang is desperate to finish her dissertation on the late canonical poet Xiao-Wen Chou and never read about â€Chinese-y’ things again. When she accidentally stumbles upon a strange and curious note in the Chou archives, she convinces herself it’s her ticket out of academic hell.
But Ingrid’s in much deeper than she thinks. Her clumsy exploits to unravel the note’s message lead to an explosive discovery, one that upends her entire life and the lives of those around her. With her trusty friend Eunice Kim by her side and her rival Vivian Vo hot on her tail, together they set off a roller coaster of mishaps and misadventures, from campus protests and over-the-counter drug hallucinations, to book burnings and a movement that stinks of Yellow Peril propaganda. In the aftermath, nothing looks the same, including her gentle and doting fiancé, Stephen Greene . . . As the events Ingrid instigated keep spiraling, she’ll have to confront her sticky relationship to white men and white institutions – and, most of all, herself.
With 416 pages of sharp wit and deep emotional resonance, 'Disorientation' poses an important question: who gets to tell our stories? As Ingrid grapples with her academic identity and personal relationships, she embarks on a whirlwind of misadventures that challenge societal norms and provoke thought on privilege and power dynamics. Readers will be enthralled by the rich character development and the dynamics of friendship featured in this compelling tale.
Perfect for fans of contemporary satire, this book promises to leave an indelible mark on your understanding of cultural narratives and personal identity. Embrace the journey – order your copy of 'Disorientation' today and reveal the layers of meaning within!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781529080667
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Pan Macmillan UK
Pages: 416
Description:
An uproarious and bighearted satire – alive with sharp edges, immense warmth, and a cast of unforgettable characters – that asks: who gets to tell our stories? And how does the story change when we finally tell it ourselves?
Twenty-nine-year-old PhD student Ingrid Yang is desperate to finish her dissertation on the late canonical poet Xiao-Wen Chou and never read about â€Chinese-y’ things again. When she accidentally stumbles upon a strange and curious note in the Chou archives, she convinces herself it’s her ticket out of academic hell.
But Ingrid’s in much deeper than she thinks. Her clumsy exploits to unravel the note’s message lead to an explosive discovery, one that upends her entire life and the lives of those around her. With her trusty friend Eunice Kim by her side and her rival Vivian Vo hot on her tail, together they set off a roller coaster of mishaps and misadventures, from campus protests and over-the-counter drug hallucinations, to book burnings and a movement that stinks of Yellow Peril propaganda. In the aftermath, nothing looks the same, including her gentle and doting fiancé, Stephen Greene . . . As the events Ingrid instigated keep spiraling, she’ll have to confront her sticky relationship to white men and white institutions – and, most of all, herself.