In the Country
Book description
In these nine globe-trotting tales, Mia Alvar gives voice to the women and men of the Philippines and its diaspora.
From teachers to housemaids, from mothers to sons, Alvar’s stories explore the universal experiences of loss, displacement, and the longing to connect across borders both real and imagined. In the…
Why read it?
2 authors picked In the Country as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Alvar’s stories of men and women of the Philippine diaspora take place all over the globe, shedding insight on the export of labor.
As they separate from the safety and familiarity of family, the characters’ longing and aspirations are universal. This is an important book that helps to illuminate a fascinating and often painful experience of leaving, losing, and searching for home.
From Renee's list on the Asian American immigrant experience.
Alvar writes about the Filipinx Diasporic community from the Philippines to the U.S. and around the world. Her stories about men and women who must travel to other countries to support their families show the complicated nature of Diaspora, as well as the strains within families as the result of separation, cultural dislocation, and economic exploitation.
From May-lee's list on Asian American short story collections.
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