Wuxia America: The Timely Emergence of a Chinese American Hero

Wuxia America’s plot is spiced like a Chinese herbal recipe. The main character is a Chinese American doctor, Dr. Lou, who becomes the target of an international criminal ring. 


     The FBI’s meetings show the significance of this case. Dr. Lou proves vital to the investigation. He insights stem from his familiarity with his ancestors’ experience as immigrants to California at the start of the gold rush period. 


     A cast of robust characters animate this fascinating blend of history and mystery — a story that involves the reparation of bones to China, gold, guns, and greed. Alongside the activities of evildoers, is a love story of Dr. Lou and his family and friendships. Dr. Lou defines what it means to be a modern wuxia, “martial hero.” 


 


Wuxia America is an exciting ride intertwining culture, history, medicine, martial arts, and mystery. DeMarco’s novella draws on the wuxia theme of using martial arts for justice through Dr. Lou’s reluctant heroism, while also delving into the cultural connections between China and America, and the contributions Chinese Americans have made to society. — Richly engaging.”


> David Hazard, Ph.D. Stanford University, Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures

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Wuxia America: The Timely Emergence of a Chinese American Hero

Wuxia America’s plot is spiced like a Chinese herbal recipe. The main character is a Chinese American doctor, Dr. Lou, who becomes the target of an international criminal ring. 


     The FBI’s meetings show the significance of this case. Dr. Lou proves vital to the investigation. He insights stem from his familiarity with his ancestors’ experience as immigrants to California at the start of the gold rush period. 


     A cast of robust characters animate this fascinating blend of history and mystery — a story that involves the reparation of bones to China, gold, guns, and greed. Alongside the activities of evildoers, is a love story of Dr. Lou and his family and friendships. Dr. Lou defines what it means to be a modern wuxia, “martial hero.” 


 


Wuxia America is an exciting ride intertwining culture, history, medicine, martial arts, and mystery. DeMarco’s novella draws on the wuxia theme of using martial arts for justice through Dr. Lou’s reluctant heroism, while also delving into the cultural connections between China and America, and the contributions Chinese Americans have made to society. — Richly engaging.”


> David Hazard, Ph.D. Stanford University, Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures

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Wuxia America: The Timely Emergence of a Chinese American Hero

Wuxia America: The Timely Emergence of a Chinese American Hero

by Michael A. DeMarco
Wuxia America: The Timely Emergence of a Chinese American Hero

Wuxia America: The Timely Emergence of a Chinese American Hero

by Michael A. DeMarco

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Wuxia America’s plot is spiced like a Chinese herbal recipe. The main character is a Chinese American doctor, Dr. Lou, who becomes the target of an international criminal ring. 


     The FBI’s meetings show the significance of this case. Dr. Lou proves vital to the investigation. He insights stem from his familiarity with his ancestors’ experience as immigrants to California at the start of the gold rush period. 


     A cast of robust characters animate this fascinating blend of history and mystery — a story that involves the reparation of bones to China, gold, guns, and greed. Alongside the activities of evildoers, is a love story of Dr. Lou and his family and friendships. Dr. Lou defines what it means to be a modern wuxia, “martial hero.” 


 


Wuxia America is an exciting ride intertwining culture, history, medicine, martial arts, and mystery. DeMarco’s novella draws on the wuxia theme of using martial arts for justice through Dr. Lou’s reluctant heroism, while also delving into the cultural connections between China and America, and the contributions Chinese Americans have made to society. — Richly engaging.”


> David Hazard, Ph.D. Stanford University, Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781893765993
Publisher: Via Media Publishing
Publication date: 04/15/2023
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 152
File size: 20 MB
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About the Author

Michael DeMarco received a M.A. degree in Asian Studies from Seton Hall University and studied at National Taiwan University's Mandarin Training Center. Working in Asia emersed Mike in Chinese history and culture. For over twenty years, Mike published the peer-reviewed quarterly Journal of Asian Martial Arts and continues publishing and writing, including Martial Art Essays from Beijing, 1760. He has also consulted and appeared in television documentaries that were aired on the Discovery Channel, Arts and Entertainment, The History Channel & The Learning Channel.

Table of Contents

  • Doctor Who?
  • The Lou Family Heritage
  • Home Invasion
  • Honorary Dinner and Special Guests
  • FBI and Other Investigations
  • Nature Face to Face
  • Washington DC Meeting One
  • Washington DC Meeting Two
  • Wine Fields, Gold Fields
  • Heaven and Earth
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