The chronological and geographical breadth of this anthology provides a unique insight into twentieth and twenty-first century Asian theatre. As a whole, the collection provides a greater understanding of Modern Asian theatre relations with Western theatre and with indigenous performance. Accompanied by introductions to the work of each playwright, the anthology includes: Father Returns, by Kikuchi KanHot Pepper, Air Conditioner and the Farewell Speech, by Okada Toshiki Sunrise, by Cao Yu I Love XXX, by Meng Jinghui, Huang Jingang, Wang Xiaoli, Shi Hang Bicycle, by O Tae-sok The Post Office, by Rabindranath Tagore Hayavadana, by Girish Karnad The Struggle of the Naga Tribe, by W.S. Rendra Truong Ba Soul in the Butcher Skin, by Luu Quang Vu