“Mrs. Dutta Writes a Letter”
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A 5 page paper which examines the short story “Mrs. Dutta Writes a Letter” by Chitra Divakaruni and then examines it in comparison to other Eastern short stories, “Swaddling Clothes” by Yukio Mishima and “Crickets” by Robert Olen Butler. Bibliography lists 4 additional sources.
Filename: RAdutta.rtf

“Red China Blues”: Unique Insight Into China’s Revolution
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An 8 page overview of the book by Jan Wong. Wong, a Canadian ethnic Chinese, lived in China during the 1960s and 1970s. Although she had lived a life of privilege in Canada and could not even speak the Chinese language, she manages to provide a unique and unmatched account of one of the most turbulent time in Chinese history. The author of this paper balances out her account with the facts and figures of more traditional historic sources. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPchnRe2.rtf

“Rickshaw” by Lao She
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This 5 page report discusses the major character’s of Lao She’s (pseudonym of Shu Ch'ing-ch'un) novel “Rickshaw.” His writing is known for its humorous and satirical approach and for its elegant use of the Peking dialect. His best-known work “Camel Xiangzi” was originally translated into English as “Rickshaw” and became a best -seller in America. The characters and events of “Rickshaw” are examined in the context of the many social, cultural, and economic influences China experienced in the 20th century. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: BWlaoshe.wps