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Nisei Daughter

Monica Sone
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52 pages • 1 hour read

Monica Sone

Nisei Daughter

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1979

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    Monica Sone's Nisei Daughter offers a poignant memoir that documents the Japanese American experience during World War II. Critics praise its candid portrayal of cultural identity and resilience. However, some note that its narrative pace occasionally lags. Overall, the book is lauded for its historical and emotional depth.

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    Who Should Read Nisei Daughter?

    Fans of Farewell to Manzanar by Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston and When the Emperor Was Divine by Julie Otsuka will appreciate Nisei Daughter by Monica Sone. This memoir appeals to readers interested in Japanese-American history, personal narratives of resilience, and the cultural landscape of mid-20th century America.

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    13-18years

    Book Details

    Period
    Asian Literature
    Genre
    Japanese Literature
    Topics
    History: Asian