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Reconstructing Memory: Amy Tan and Family History
The Asia Society hosts a discussion with author Amy Tan, followed by a book signing
When:
March 6, 2014 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Amy Tan is one of the most prominent Chinese American authors, best known for such novels as The Joy Luck Club. In her latest book, The Valley of Amazement, she finds inspiration from her family's history, especially from early 1900's-era Shanghai. She will be joined by Orville Schell, Arthur Ross Director of the Center on U.S.-China Relations, to discuss the reconstruction of memory and family stories for fiction writing. Book sales and signing to follow discussion.
Can't make it to this program? Tune in to AsiaSociety.org/Live at 6:30 pm ET for a free live video webcast. Viewers are encouraged to submit questions to moderator@asiasociety.org or via Twitter or Facebook using the hashtag #askasia.
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Cost:
$10 members; $12 seniors/students with ID; $15 nonmembers
Phone Number:
212-288-6400
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