How a novel set in Taiwan sparked a cultural reckoning

NPR | By Jan Camenzind Broomby

Published July 26, 2026 at 2:46 PM MDT

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Taiwan Travelogue is a novel exploring a journey through 1930s Taiwan under Japanese colonial rule. Today, it's prompting a fresh look at the island's complex history and identity.

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