Special Episode: A Farewell to Dr. Chen Yao-chang, and a Look at His Novel “Three Tribes”
NOV 19, 202534 MIN
Special Episode: A Farewell to Dr. Chen Yao-chang, and a Look at His Novel “Three Tribes”
NOV 19, 202534 MIN
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<p>Pioneering researcher, physician and historical novelist <a href="https://www.kaohsiungtimes.com/dr-chen-yao-chang-pioneer-of-taiwans-bone-marrow-transplantation-dies-at-76/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Dr Chen Yao-chang</a> passed away at the age of 76 on November 17. He will be deeply missed by family and friends. </p><p><br></p><p>John and Eryk had the pleasure of getting to know this kind and talented man through our publishing wing, Plum Rain Press. Our first book in fact was the English-language edition of his breakout novel, <a href="https://www.plumrainpress.com/product-page/a-tale-of-three-tribes-in-dutch-formosa" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><em>A Tale of Three Tribes in Dutch Formosa</em>.</a> (wonderfully translated by He Wen-ching.)</p><p><br></p><p>In this special episode, you'll hear a recording from the highly-recommended podcast <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0t6a7IIZOZuTHuRx4BGJSz" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Books on Asia – With Amy Chavez</a>, (the Formosa Files team recorded a <a href="https://booksonasia.net/podcast/boa-podcast-51-three-tribes-dutch-formosa/">BOA episode on “Three Tribes”</a> in October '25), and snippets from a chat Eryk and Dr. Chen had back in June 2024. </p><p><br></p><p>Rest in peace, Dr. Chen... and thank you. </p><p><br></p>
