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The Making of Little Saigon: Narratives of Nostalgia, (Dis)enchantments, and Aspirations

The Making of Little Saigon: Narratives of Nostalgia, (Dis)enchantments, and Aspirations

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The Making of Little Saigon is a collective memoir that chronicles the community's memories of settlement, nostalgia, disenchantments, and aspirations as it has evolved over time, weaving a history of pain and beauty, disunity and solidarity, failure, and resilience.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 290 pages
Publication date: 02 April 2024
Publisher: University Press of America


The Making of Little Saigon is a captivating collective memoir that weaves together the voices of activists, writers, artists, entrepreneurs, and scholars who have played a pivotal role in shaping and nurturing Little Saigon, a beloved sanctuary in Orange County, California. This rich tapestry of narratives chronicles the collective memories of settlement, nostalgia, disenchantments, and aspirations that have evolved over time as the community has transformed. From the treacherous oceanic crossings that marked the beginning of their journey to the arduous process of forging a new home, each story interweaves and resonates with a profound history of pain and beauty, disunity and solidarity, failure, and resilience. As the community navigates the uncertainties of the future, these narratives serve as a testament to the indomitable spirit of the Vietnamese refugees and immigrants who have built a vibrant and resilient community in Little Saigon.

The Making of Little Saigon is a captivating collective memoir that weaves together the voices of activists, writers, artists, entrepreneurs, and scholars who have played a pivotal role in shaping and nurturing Little Saigon, a beloved sanctuary in Orange County, California. This rich tapestry of narratives chronicles the collective memories of settlement, nostalgia, disenchantments, and aspirations that have evolved over time as the community has transformed. From the treacherous oceanic crossings that marked the beginning of their journey to the arduous process of forging a new home, each story interweaves and resonates with a profound history of pain and beauty, disunity and solidarity, failure, and resilience. As the community navigates the uncertainties of the future, these narratives serve as a testament to the indomitable spirit of the Vietnamese refugees and immigrants who have built a vibrant and resilient community in Little Saigon.

Weight: 395g
Dimension: 228 x 151 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780761874287

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