Wow! Girl in Translation by Jean Kwok is a work of fiction, but it's about a girl who comes to the United States and works in a sweatshop with her mother... and the author is a woman who came to the United States and worked in a sweatshop with her mother... so really one could infer that the descriptions of working conditions probably aren't totally fiction.
Personally, I find it's easier for me to learn about history or other non-fiction topics if there's a little fiction or narrative mixed in. I find history painful to read, but I love a good historical fiction novel. If you're like me and want an easy entry into learning about sweatshops or the Asian American immigrant experience, this book is a great one. It was a bit difficult for me early on because life was just so hard for the main characters, but the story started to definitely pick up as the girl is able to manage a few triumphs and the end... I don't want to ruin it for you!
Go read it! Ok?
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- wool skirt, old, accpw $2
- boots, old, accpw $1
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I'll definitely be looking this out at the library, thanks for the recommendation. Love the outfit you've showcased today!
ReplyDeleteI used to love historical novels too, until the market got saturated with too many books trying to be the next "Other Boleyn Girl". I still picked up the occasional historical novel but only if the subject material really interests me (like "Pope Joan"). Usually now I just read straight-up non-fiction books. If written well, they're usually more entertaining.
ReplyDeleteIn love with the skirt! The color and plaid is fab. I will have to check out the book! I love some good historical fiction!
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This is the first time I've heard of that author. Kwok is my sister's married name. We always tease her because it sounds like a radio station. ha!
ReplyDeleteLove your plaid skirt. I'm on the look out for one now. But the one I'm drooling over is at Nordstrom and over 150.00. No! I must stay away. ;)
I like your book reviews and the way how you pose together with the book. it's a great way to show your readers what you're talking about. and the skirt goes pretty well with the book, hehe. such a beautiful and cozy sweater too!
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It sounds like an interesting book! You always have such great recommendations!
ReplyDeleteI love your skirt! Plaid is always my favorite! I love the sweater too - I have a similar one, so I might have to copy this look!
i loved this book...it made me angry and proud and disgusted all in one book! and i too love historical fiction (pope joan!!). i also love your cozy white sweater!
ReplyDeleteI love the plaid paired with the boots...it's a great fall look!
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I'm the same way--I prefer my history with a little fiction mixed in. (One of my favorite historical fic reads? Memoirs of Cleopatra by Margaret George.) This book sounds intriguing (and sad!), I'll have to add it to my list!
ReplyDeleteviv, i like historical fiction too because there are always elements based in reality. specifics about sweatshops would be interesting. the only novels i have read about that are set in the industrial revolution. i'm admiring your autumn ensemble. :)
ReplyDeleteOOh, I'd like to give that a try- I am the same with history!
ReplyDeleteLooking lovely- I love the checked skirt and boot combo!
what a perfect fall outfit! history was always my favorite subject, and always such a passion, so i guess it's no surprise that historical fiction is my favorite genre. i'm going to have to add this book to my reading list!
ReplyDeleteI have this one on my tbr list.
ReplyDeleteI love those boots!
I'm a history buff and I love reading period pieces. We really have it good, compared to things way back when (well at least in some ways).
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Cute skirt! =)
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I agree about books with accurate historical backing plus story. Have your read Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet....it's in Seattle. Maybe that's a silly questions. I loved it.
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