Traditions and Difference in Contemporary Irish Short Fiction: Ireland Then and Now [Hardcover]

This book focuses on traditions and transformations in contemporary Irish short fiction, covering pivotal issues such as gender, sexuality, abortion, the body, nostalgia, identity, and migration. In separate chapters, it introduces readers to important writers such as Maeve Binchy, Colm T?ib?n, Edna OBrien, Emma Donoghue, Gish Jen, and Donal Ryan. 

Given its focus, the book benefits researchers and students who are interested in Irish literature and culture, especially those who want to learn about important traditions in Irish literature, the changing face of these conventions, and the implications. The book, which received the First Book Prize 2019 awarded by The Hong Kong Academy of the Humanities, offers a unique window on Irish culture and a good read for fans of these acclaimed writers who want to learn about interesting issues concerning their short fiction. 

Chapter 1. Introduction.- Chapter 2. What Matters for Women: Discovering Irish Women through Maeve Binchys All That Matters.- Chapter 3. Sense and Sexuality: Revisiting Lady Gregory via Colm T?ib?n.- Chapter 4. Repetition with Difference: Nostalgia in Edna OBriens Shovel Kings.- Chapter 5. A Mute Clamor for Release: Rewriting Andersen in Emma Donoghues The Tale of the Bird.- Chapter 6. Re-configuring Irish-ness: Tradition and Multicultural Identity Politics in Gish Jens Who Is Irish?.- Chapter 7. Do You Think Im Your Slave?: Gender and Immigration in Donal Ryans Eveline.- Chapter 8. Conclusion.