Ken Liu demonstrates such incredible diversity as a writer in this short story collection. Through the method of sci-fi and fantasy he explores a a stunning balance of themes from the big ideas of technology, history and politics to the small, intimate details of everyday life like family relationships and finding identity in your heritage. He adapts his writing style perfectly to fit different stories, some being more poetic and metaphorical and others more straightforward. This is the best short story collection I've ever read. Just beautiful.