Gary Pak
Gary Pak
Gary Pak, born in 1957 in Honolulu, Hawaii, is a distinguished author and professor known for his contributions to contemporary Asian American literature. His work often explores themes of cultural identity and the Hawaiian experience, blending personal and historical narratives. With a background rooted in both academia and creative writing, Pak has garnered widespread recognition for his impactful storytelling and commitment to amplifying diverse voices.
Personal Name: Gary Pak
Birth: 1952
Gary Pak Books
(2 Books)
From a hospital bed a dying man unfolds the tale of an arduous life on the fringes of a Hawaii sugar plantation in the 1920s. There Kim Sung Wha - laborer, patriot, revolutionary, aviator - envisioned building an airplane from ricepaper, bamboo, and the scrap parts of a broken-down bicycle, an airplane that would carry him back to his Korean homeland and to his wife and children.
From the start Sung Wha's dream is destined to fail, but this moving and passionate work is the story of a man who dares to live past the wreckage of shattered visions. His is a heroic story of loss, of deep love, and of rebirth.
