Recs if you like Spring Essence: The Poetry of Hô Xuân Huong...

Influential literature from across Southeast Asia: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam.

Often overshadowed by East Asian lit, these works are rich and diverse in theme, style, philosophical and religious influence, folklore and indigenous wisdom.

I’ve tried to include at least one historical work (mid-20th century and earlier) and one modern classic from each country. Works listed by country in the comments!

Recs welcome as always :)

a comprehensive list of books from each country in asia including books I want to read and have read! some countries have multiple books listed, but for starters each will have at least 1.

A self curated list of english language books from Vietnam, by Vietnamese authors or about Vietnam to read before visiting the country. Intended to focus on native writers but some diaspora and non-Viet authors are included.

+600 pages asian literature