Description
In early 20th century San Francisco, a group of Japanese women arrive as mail-order brides, their dreams of a new life quickly confronting the harsh realities of migrant labor and cultural alienation. Through their collective voice, the narrative unfolds the quiet resilience and profound sacrifices made by these women as they navigate prejudice, raise children caught between two worlds, and face the looming threat of internment. This poignant novel explores themes of identity, belonging, and the enduring strength of the human spirit against a backdrop of historical upheaval, offering a deeply moving portrait of immigrant experience.
Available Editions
paperback
Knopf
Published Jan 1, 2011
145 pages
ISBN: 9780307700001
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Details
First Published
2011
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Buddha in the Attic by Julie Otsuka.