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by Anvi Hoàng (Author)
A Vietnamese woman's journey through war, immigration, and self-discovery.
Part memoir and part social criticism, Why Do You Look at Me and See a Girl? is a provocative exploration of identity, family, and freedom. Anvi Hoàng recounts her life in Vietnam and America, grappling with cultural expectations and the weight of history.
From her grandmother's prison visits to her own transformation in America, Hoàng challenges tradition and prejudice. She confronts the legacy of colonialism, resists Western stereotypes, and seeks justice for the women of her family. This unflinching memoir is for readers interested in Vietnamese American experiences, cultural identity, and the search for a voice. Discover a story of resilience, reflection, and the power of self-definition.
Author Biography
Anvi Hoàng grew up in Vietnam and taught English as a Second Language for six years before coming to the U.S. for graduate studies. In 2015 she co-founded, and as Chief of Operations has since managed, the Vietnamese American Society for Creative Arts and Music (VASCAM). Why Do You Look at Me and See a Girl? is her debut book. She lives in Bloomington, Indiana, with her husband, composer P.Q. Phan.
