The Fishermen And The Dragon by Kirk Wallace Johnson
Fear, Greed, and a Fight for Justice on the Gulf Coast
The book delves into the complex and often tumultuous relationship between Vietnamese immigrant fishermen and local white fishermen along the Texas Gulf Coast during the late 1970s and early 1980s. It explores themes of racial tension, economic hardship, and environmental degradation, highlighting how these factors culminated in violent confrontations fueled by the Ku Klux Klan. Through personal stories and historical context, the narrative reveals the struggles of the Vietnamese community as they sought to rebuild their lives in America, facing both hostility and resilience in their pursuit of the American dream.
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- 2022
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- 300-400
- Original Language
- English
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