Island
Fiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 1973
174
Poem • Fiction
1973
Adult
18+ years
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Island by Him Mark Lai offers a profound exploration of Chinese American history through detailed accounts and personal narratives. The book is praised for its meticulous research and rich storytelling, but some readers find it dense and occasionally challenging to follow. Overall, it stands as an invaluable resource for those interested in the Chinese American experience.
Readers who appreciate Island by Him Mark Lai typically have an interest in Asian American history, specifically Chinese American experiences. Similar to fans of Maxine Hong Kingston's The Woman Warrior or Ronald Takaki's Strangers from a Different Shore, they seek in-depth cultural narratives and scholarly insights into diaspora and identity.
129 ratings
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174
Poem • Fiction
1973
Adult
18+ years
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