International author visit

Literary evening—meet the author

The Gift of Rain
by Tan Twan Eng

Tuesday 8th May, 7.30pm (in the bookshop)

Tan Twan Eng was born in Penang, but lived in various places in Malaysia as a child. He studied law through the University of London, and later worked as an advocate and solicitor in one of Kuala Lumpur's most reputable law firms. He also has a first-dan ranking in aikido and is a strong proponent for the conservation of heritage buildings. He has spent the last year travelling around South Africa, and currently lives in Cape Town where he is working on his second book.
He is visiting Britain for a limited period to attend literary events and will appear on BBC Radio 3.

The Gift of Rain is set in Penang in 1939. With masterful and gorgeous narrative, replete with exotic and captivating images, sounds and aromas, Tan Twan Eng weaves a haunting and unforgettable story of betrayal, barbaric cruelty, steadfast courage and enduring love.

Tan will explain the book’s exotic setting, something of the history of wartime Malaysia, and read selected extracts.

Free admission—please reserve your seat.
Telephone 01462 684631, email staff@davids-bookshops.co.uk