The Politics of LifeThis anthology of work by three Asian American women playwrightsWakako Yamauchi, Genny Lim, and Velina Hasu Houstonfeatures pioneering contemporary writers who have made their mark in regional and ethnic theatres throughout the United States. In her introduction, Houston observes that the Asian American woman playwright is compelled "to mine her soul" and express the angst, fear, and rage that oppression has wrought while maintaining her relationship