If you relish the subtle interplay of humor and introspection, 'footnotes on falling' is a treasure trove waiting to be discovered. Joshua Ip artfully combines self-deprecation with cultural nuances through poetry that's as clever as it is poignant. It's the perfect companion for quiet reflection or a deeper understanding of the complexities of making choices with a cultural backdrop.

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Footnotes on Falling is a collection of 44 poems about sub-optimal life choices. The poems constantly laugh at themselves because they are polite, and Asian. They shuffle their feet sideways while declining eye contact. They indulge in wordplay because it gives them something to do with their fingers. They prefer to be read out but also prefer that this be done in private. They secretly would like you to bring them home.

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