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How a novel set in Taiwan sparked a cultural reckoning

NPR | By Jan Camenzind Broomby
Published July 26, 2026 at 4:46 PM EDT

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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Jan Camenzind Broomby
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