2009 Reading #21: Hmong and American: Stories of Transition to a Strange Land

Mar 18, 2009 19:16

Books 1-10.
Books 11-20.

21. Hmong and American: Stories of Transition to a Strange Land by Sue Murphy Mote. A well-done account of Hmong immigration. Murphy talks to Hmong business people, students, shamans, community leaders, and former gang members; she chronicles the known history of the Hmong people and travels to Laos with Hmong friends. Manages to be both enjoyable and informative.

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