{"product_id":"alternative-alamat-an-anthology-hardcover-fiction-literature","title":"Alternative Alamat: An Anthology Hardcover - Fiction \u0026 Literature","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn anthology of speculative short fiction from 12 talented Asian authors!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDip into the rich treasure trove of Filipino alamat (legends) with this new collection of contemporary short stories. This anthology includes works by a dozen talented and award-winning Asian writers including Budjette Tan (Trese) and Eliza Victoria (Dwellers). Explore richly imagined realms where powerful gods and magical creatures are responsible for the twists and turns of fate in the lives of ordinary people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 13 amazing stories in this collection include:\u003cbr\u003e\nThe fate of the lingering Sky Maiden\u003cbr\u003e\nThe diwata Maria Makiling seeking romantic partners in the human world\u003cbr\u003e\nDepictions of Philippine deities, including Balitok, Bangunbangun, Dagau, Haliya, Hukloban and Melu\u003cbr\u003e\nEncounters with celestial power beneath the sea, at the movies and in a pawnshop\u003cbr\u003e\nAnd many more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach tale is reimagined for a modern sensibility and reinvented for the current generation of fantasy fiction fans. This gripping collection is essential reading for anyone interested in magical realism and contemporary Asian fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Berkeley Books Private Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45495253598323,"sku":"9780804855570","price":965.0,"currency_code":"PHP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/1041\/4963\/files\/9780804855570.jpg?v=1789387342","url":"https:\/\/nationalbookstore.com\/products\/alternative-alamat-an-anthology-hardcover-fiction-literature","provider":"National Book Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}