Review of Beyond the Bamboo Curtain

[Lisa P Cowling]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Beyond the Bamboo Curtain" by Dr. Michael Soon Lee.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Beyond the Bamboo Curtain is a unique book written by Dr. Michael Soon Lee that provides an understanding of the prejudicial experiences of Asians in America. This book opens up with a background on the Asian migration to America due to war and starvation at the time. The author then proceeds to let us in on the discrimination and prejudice that the initial Asian settlers faced in American society. Despite their identifiable attributes of diligence and reliability, American society still sustained its prejudice, making their efforts to survive in a new land almost futile. They were racially abused, denied many civil rights and had no claim to the best of anything as ‘white privilege' prevailed.

Michael was not left out of the prejudice. From his early school days, he was racially abused, resulting in self-esteem issues and a great detest for the spotlight. He did his very best to blend in as he tried to change his looks and be fluent in the American English language. With everything within him, he craved to be American, to have a taste of white privilege and all that came with it. He wanted to shine but wasn't sure how to, so he stuck to being behind the scenes to avoid undue attention. The author, in sharing his experiences, seeks to curb the violence against the Asian race. Read this book to learn more.

I love the articulation of this particular piece of writing. The author also put on a show with his descriptive capabilities, as I felt every bit of the aggression towards the Asian Americans and the pain they felt being racially abused. His use of words really provokes the imaginative tendencies of the reader. This writing is unique as it focuses on the Asian American experience, an experience often forgone by history books and the media. I also love how the author shared some in-depth exposition on the culture and values of Asians while clearing certain misconceptions and prejudices people hold concerning Asians.

There is nothing to dislike about this book. The author’s claims are trustworthy because of the reliable sources he cited to back up his facts. The use of vulgar words was intentional and quite minimal. Also, there weren’t many errors noted in the book; I found only one. Most of the chapters in the book were of reasonable length, without the addition of unnecessary details.

I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. It sure deserves it, based on the author’s descriptive prowess put on display. In addition to being entertaining, the book is very informative and enlightening. Prospective readers can be assured of a good read with this book.

I would recommend this book to anyone willing to understand the concept of ‘model minority’ and shed light on the acts of prejudice meted out to the Asian American people.

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Beyond the Bamboo Curtain
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[Ruth Chege 2]

It is sad what people to read what people went through back in the days when racism prevailed throughout America. Luckily, things have become better, although injustices continue to prevail.

[Kirui Collins]

It's disappointing that racism is still happening in some parts of the world. Thanks for the review.

[Chunnu Muduli]

Your review of Beyond the Bamboo Curtain is compelling. The author's vivid portrayal of Asian American experiences and efforts to combat prejudice seems impactful. I'm keen to explore this unique perspective, thanks for the concise review.

[Donaking]

Based on the review, "Share Beyond the Bamboo Curtain" seems to be a highly recommended book that offers a unique perspective on the experiences of Asians in America. The author effectively portrays the discrimination and prejudice faced by Asian settlers, shedding light on their struggles to survive in a new land. The descriptive writing style and inclusion of cultural exposition make the book both informative and entertaining. Overall, the review suggests that "Share Beyond the Bamboo Curtain" is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in understanding prejudice against Asian Americans.