Galang, M. Evelina
When the Hibiscus Falls
- ISBN 13:
- 9781566896795
- author:
- Galang, M. Evelina
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Coffee House Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 20.6 x 14 x 2.3 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Seventeen stories explore the lives of Filipino and Filipino American women and their ancestors, tracing the connections between generations. These tales span time and place, from small Philippine villages to the hurricane-beaten coast of Florida, as they examine the triumphs and sorrows that bind families together. The stories in When the Hibiscus Falls are a testament to the power of legacy and community. They delve into the complexities of family, identity, and cultural heritage, offering a nuanced portrayal of the Filipino American experience. Each narrative is a unique bloom, unfolding its petals and holding space in the sun. Through these stories, M. Evelina Galang invites readers to contemplate the ways in which our ancestors shape us, and how we can honor their memory while forging our own paths.