A poignant search for identity and a missing uncle across continents.In K.R. Wilson'sAn Idea About My Dead Uncle, a young, mixed-race composer grapples with his identity and a longing for his Chinese heritage. Raised without meaningful connections to that part of himself, he embarks on a journey to China in search of his long-missing uncle, who vanished in the aftermath of Tiananmen Square. This novel explores:
- The complexities ofcultural identity
- The impact offamily secrets
- The power ofartistic expressionas a means of healing
Winner of the Guernica Prize, this witty and sharp-edged story delves into the surreal as the protagonist's quest for self leads him through relationship disasters and across geographical boundaries.An Idea About My Dead Uncleis a compelling exploration of the identities we choose and the ones that are imposed on us, perfect for readers interested inliterary fictionandmulticultural experiences.
"A witty, sharp-edged, finely-crafted story about a young man struggling with identity issues, which causes relationship disasters and a quest for his long lost uncle in China. The introspective but straightforward narrative eventually plunges into the surreal, mirroring the madness that can result from an uncompromising search for self." —Gabriella Goliger, winner of the 2011 City of Ottawa Literary Award for Fiction for her novelGirl Unwrapped.
"Kevin Wilson's remarkable novel is smart, funny, unpredictable and engaging. Imbued with insights on family, identity, relationships and music, An Idea About My Dead Uncle brims with suspense and adventure, intriguing characters and fine storytelling." —Cora Siré, author ofBehold Things Beautiful
K.R. Wilson was born in Calgary and lives in Toronto. An Idea About My Dead Uncle, the winner of the 2018 Guernicl£+
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