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Well-written fiction on lives of original Siamese twins The origin of the term 'Siamese twins' has fascinated me since childhood, and I recall it being briefly explained to me - and being intrigued that the original Siamese twins fathered so many children! Many years later, I am amazed by the lack of awareness shown by my Thai friends towards their historical countrymen. Ironically, it has taken this well-written, detailed, compassionate and engaging novel by American writer Mark Slouka to shed light on the extraordinary lives of Chang and Eng, or the Bunker... more info
Well-written fiction on lives of original Siamese twins The origin of the term 'Siamese twins' has fascinated me since childhood, and I recall it being briefly explained to me - and being intrigued that the original Siamese twins fathered so many children! Many years later, I find myself living in Thailand and have been amazed by the lack of awareness (and perhaps embarrassment?) shown by my Thai students and friends towards their historical countrymen. Ironically, it has taken this well-written, detailed, compassionate and engaging novel by American writer Mark... more info
