Xiaolu Guo

Celebrated artist and writer of the Chinese diaspora. She is known for her books and films exploring themes of cultural identity, exile, and personal transformation.

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Sep 20, 2024 • 32min

A Chinese-born writer’s quest to understand the Vikings, Normans and life on the English coast

Xiaolu Guo is a Chinese-born writer navigating her new life in England. She shares her emotional journey of belonging and identity, reflecting on her immigrant experience near the historic Hastings coast. The discussion intertwines personal narratives with Anglo-Saxon history, especially the Battle of Hastings, exploring nostalgia and cultural connections. Guo also critically analyzes the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle’s value, drawing parallels between historical conflicts in England and China, and delves into the complexities of migration and the legacies that shape identity.

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