Traditions and Difference in Contemporary Irish Short Fiction

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Traditions and Difference in Contemporary Irish Short Fiction is written by Tsung Chi (Hawk) Chang and published by Springer Nature. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 9813343168 (ISBN 10) and 9789813343160 (ISBN 13).

This book focuses on traditions and transformations in contemporary Irish short fiction, covering pivotal issues such as gender, sexuality, abortion, the body, nostalgia, identity, and migration. In separate chapters, it introduces readers to important writers such as Maeve Binchy, Colm Tóibín, Edna O’Brien, Emma Donoghue, Gish Jen, and Donal Ryan. Given its focus, the book benefits researchers and students who are interested in Irish literature and culture, especially those who want to learn about important traditions in Irish literature, the changing face of these conventions, and the implications. The book, which received the First Book Prize 2019 awarded by The Hong Kong Academy of the Humanities, offers a unique window on Irish culture and a good read for fans of these acclaimed writers who want to learn about interesting issues concerning their short fiction.