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The narrative explores the aftermath of a tsunami that brings a massive island of trash to Taiwan's shores, linking the lives of an outcast from a mythical land and a woman contemplating suicide. Their unexpected friendship unfolds alongside the stories of various individuals impacted by the disaster, including environmentalists and indigenous peoples. This lyrical debut blends elements of fantasy, reality, and a dystopian environmental tale, showcasing a fresh and award-winning voice from Taiwan.
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The Man with the Compound Eyes, Wu Mingyi
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- Released
- 2022
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- Title
- The Man with the Compound Eyes
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Wu Mingyi
- Publisher
- Vintage Publishing
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Paperback
- ISBN10
- 1784877905
- ISBN13
- 9781784877903
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- The narrative explores the aftermath of a tsunami that brings a massive island of trash to Taiwan's shores, linking the lives of an outcast from a mythical land and a woman contemplating suicide. Their unexpected friendship unfolds alongside the stories of various individuals impacted by the disaster, including environmentalists and indigenous peoples. This lyrical debut blends elements of fantasy, reality, and a dystopian environmental tale, showcasing a fresh and award-winning voice from Taiwan.