How Does A Single Blade of Grass Thank the Sun?
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2014
120
Short Story • Fiction
Vancouver, Canada • Contemporary
2014
Adult
18+ years
In the short story "How Does A Single Blade of Grass Thank the Sun??" by Doretta Lau, individuals navigate themes of identity, culture, and disconnection in a diasporic context. Through their personal experiences, they explore the intricate relationships between self, heritage, and belonging, reflecting on their place within both their immediate and broader environments.
Contemplative
Mysterious
Inspirational
Fantastical
Melancholic
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How Does A Single Blade of Grass Thank the Sun? by Doretta Lau is praised for its inventive storytelling and exploration of identity in a multicultural world. However, some criticize its pacing and narrative cohesion. Overall, it's celebrated for its witty prose and emotional depth, making it a thought-provoking read despite minor drawbacks.
A reader who enjoys How Does A Single Blade of Grass Thank the Sun? by Doretta Lau likely appreciates contemporary, multicultural short stories exploring identity and belonging. Fans of Jhumpa Lahiri's Interpreter of Maladies or Junot Díaz's Drown may find this collection appealing.
247 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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120
Short Story • Fiction
Vancouver, Canada • Contemporary
2014
Adult
18+ years
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