The Paper Menagerie (Short Stops)
by Ken Liu
Ken Liu’s The Paper Menagerie is a deeply moving exploration of cultural identity, belonging, and love. It tells the story of a biracial boy torn between his American upbringing and his Chinese heritage, embodied by the magical origami animals his immigrant mother brings to life. It offers readers a reflection on family, belonging, and the threads that connect us across generations.
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Ken Liu’s The Paper Menagerie is a deeply moving exploration of cultural identity, belonging, and love. It tells the story of a biracial boy torn between his American upbringing and his Chinese heritage, embodied by the magical origami animals his immigrant mother brings to life. It offers readers a reflection on family, belonging, and the threads that connect us across generations.