

#33987
Mentioned in 1 episodes
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.
Mentioned by
Mentioned in 1 episodes
Mentioned by 

to illustrate the speculative fiction and horror elements in it were never classified as such.


Danielle Trussoni

TIH 354: Danielle Trussoni on Fiction vs. Nonfiction, Writing Routine, and Horror Writing Tips
Mentioned by ![undefined]()

as ![undefined]()

's critically acclaimed novel, featuring the character Lang Tzu.

Michael Williams

Alex Miller

Read This: Alex Miller Finally Lets His Friend Die