Monica Itoi Sone
Monica Itoi Sone, born Kazuko Itoi, was a Japanese American author best known for her 1953 memoir 'Nisei Daughter,' which details her experiences growing up as a second-generation Japanese American in Seattle, Washington, and her family's internment during World War II. Her work provides a personal perspective on the Japanese American experience during a tumultuous period in American history.
Books
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1. Nisei Daughter
This memoir provides a poignant account of a second-generation Japanese American woman's life before, during, and after World War II. It explores her childhood in Seattle's vibrant Nihonmachi, her family's forced relocation to an internment camp following the attack on Pearl Harbor, and the challenges of rebuilding life in a post-war America rife with anti-Japanese sentiment. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, the narrative delves into themes of identity, resilience, and the struggle for acceptance, offering a deeply personal glimpse into the impact of historical events on individual lives and the Japanese American community.
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