First published 1998
This collection brings together diverse voices in contemporary short fiction under the editorial guidance of Bharati Mukherjee. The anthology presents stories that explore the complexities of modern life, immigration, cultural identity, and human relationships across different backgrounds and experiences. Mukherjee, known for her own powerful fiction about the immigrant experience in America, selects works that illuminate the varied ways people navigate belonging, displacement, and transformation. The stories span different styles and perspectives, offering readers encounters with characters facing moments of change, conflict, and revelation. Each piece contributes to a larger conversation about identity and place in contemporary society. The collection serves both academic and general readers seeking exposure to significant voices in modern short fiction.
Genres: anthologies, american-fiction, contemporary, 21st-century
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: belonging, displacement, transformation
1259 pages · Paperback · Harcourt Brace Canada