The stories of mothers and daughters trying to connect with each other, across time, space and generations – this is the centerpiece of
Amy Tan’s
The Joy Luck Club. This week,
Andrew Limboong and
B. A. Parker are joined by NPR’s
The Indicator’s
Wailin Wong to discuss how the desperation to bridge the divide between parent and child continues to be present in stories of immigrant families today. We are also joined by
Jessamine Chan to discuss parenting in this present moment.
Wailin’s Recommendation: ‘The Fox Wife’ by
Yangsze ChooParker’s Recommendation: ‘Beloved’ by
Toni MorrisonAndrew’s Recommendation: ‘Afterparties: Stories’ by
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