Finding My Hat
of John Son
Description
In a semi-autobiographical debut novel that is at turns poignant and laugh-out-loud funny, John Son conveys the uniqueness and universality of a Korean-American childhood.Jin-Han begins his story with his first memory, when at age two he loses his hat to a sudden gust of wind. While he never finds that particular hat, his search for his "hat"--his identity--coincides with his family's search for their place in America. Struggles in Korea, losses during the Korean War, and the decision to leave behind loved ones to create a better future in a new, foreign place are all a part of Jin-Han's wise, funny story. But at the heart of this insightful novel is his coming of age and a growing awareness of others' perceptions of him.
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- Format Hardcover
- Pages 192 pages
- Publisher Orchard
- Publication Date October 1st 2003
- First Publication Not informed
- Language English
- ISBN 9780439435383
- Edition Not informed
- Category Other
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