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The Ancestor Game
Book • 1992
Alex Miller's 'The Ancestor Game' centers around Lang Tzu, an exiled Chinese artist and art dealer.
The novel explores themes of identity, belonging, and the complexities of human relationships.
It delves into the history of Chinese Australians and the pervasive racism they faced.
The story is deeply personal for Miller, as Lang Tzu is based on his real-life friend, Alan O'Hoy, whose tragic death inspired the novel.
The book's exploration of cultural identity and the search for meaning continues to resonate with readers.
The novel explores themes of identity, belonging, and the complexities of human relationships.
It delves into the history of Chinese Australians and the pervasive racism they faced.
The story is deeply personal for Miller, as Lang Tzu is based on his real-life friend, Alan O'Hoy, whose tragic death inspired the novel.
The book's exploration of cultural identity and the search for meaning continues to resonate with readers.
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