Description

This unflinching memoir delves into the complex identity of a Korean American woman navigating a society often reduced to a simplistic racial binary. The author recounts her experiences within elite institutions, confronting themes of privilege, complicity, and the pervasive influence of whiteness. Inspired by the idea to "bite the hand that feeds you," this powerful narrative challenges the marginalization of the Asian American experience and explores the constant transformation of identity. It ultimately invites readers to consider their own place within America's intricate racial hierarchy.

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paperback

Holt & Company, Henry

Published Jan 1, 2023

ISBN: 9781250824677

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First Published

2023

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Biting the Hand by Julia Lee.

Racism/Discrimination