While the number of Asians in Michigan was small for a good portion of the state's history; many Asian-derived communities have settled in the area and grown significantly over time. In Asian Americans in Michigan: Voices from the Midwest; editors Sook Wilkinson and Victor Jew have assembled forty-one contributors to give an intimate glimpse into Michigan's Asian-American communities; creating a fuller picture of these often overlooked groups. Accounts in the collection come from a range of perspectives; including first-generation immigrants; those born in the United States; and third- and fourth-generation Americans of Asian heritage. In five sections; contributors consider the historical and demographic origins of Michigan's Asian American communities; explore their experiences in memory and legacy keeping; highlight particular aspects of community culture and heritage; and comment on prospects and hopes for the future. This volume's vibrant mix of contributors trace their ancestries back to East Asia (China; Japan; Korea; Taiwan); South Asia (Bangladesh; India; Pakistan); and Southeast Asia (Cambodia; Laos; Philippines; Thailand; Vietnam; and the Hmong). Though each contributor writes from his or her unique set of experiences; Asian Americans in Michigan also reveals universal values and memories held by larger communities. Asian Americans in Michigan makes clear the significant contributions by individuals in many fields-including art; business; education; religion; sports; medicine; and politics-and demonstrates the central role of community organizations in bringing ethnic groups together and preserving memories. Readers interested in Michigan history; sociology; and Asian American studies will enjoy this volume.
#6579896 in Books University of Virginia Press 2010-03-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 2 10.00 x 2.00 x 7.00l; 4.00 #File Name: 08139292451200 pages
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Awesome EleanorBy M. SlagelJust finished the Christmas Story by former first lady; Eleanor Roosevelt. To the best of my knowledge out of the many books she wrote; this was the only children's book. It was delightful and meaningful. In these troubled times it still has a lot of significance and would appeal to children today. I hope to purchase and read more of her writings. A recent trip to Hyde Park; home of the Roosevelt family sparked my interest in her books.
