asian americans

An account of the complexities of the Asian American experience.

Describes the lives and accomplishments of significant Americans of Cambodian, Chinese, Filipino, Native Hawaiian, Hmong, Indian, Japanese, Pacific Island, Pakistani, Taiwanese, and Vietnamese descent, including leaders in such fields as music, literature, sports, politics, science, and law. This volume covers A-L.

Discusses the lives of some Asian-Americans primarily known for their writing, including Amy Tan, David Henry Hwang, Bharati Mukherjee, Jessica Hagedorn, and Laurence Yep.

A collection of biographies about notable Asian Americans including Michael Chang, Kristi Yamaguchi, and Margaret Cho.

Elizabeth's romantic interest in an Asian American student angers a prejudiced bully named Brad.

Presents profiles of 166 Asian-Americans who have made significant contributions to American society in over seventy-five fields of endeavor; arranged alphabetically by last name.

Biographies of five prominent Asian Americans whose determination and achievement serve as an inspiration for all youth.

Biographies of six prominent Asian Americans whose determination and achievement serve as an inspiration for all youth.

Profiles sixteen Asian Americans from a wide variety of occupations who have made significant contributions to the United States. Includes activities.