History: Fiction or Science? (Chronology, No. 1)

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Recorded history is a finely-woven magic fabric of intricate lies about events predating the sixteenth century. There is not a single piece of evidence that can be reliably and independently traced back earlier than the eleventh century. This book details events that are substantiated by hard facts and logic, and validated by new astronomical research and statistical analysis of ancient sources.

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Calculations are only as good as your numbers.......2007-08-03

Yes, we can all agree that mainstream history is nearly 100% BS due to politics, economics, ego, problems with dating techniques, and various conspiracies. Agreed. But, I've been researching the distinct possibility that human history (in terms of civilizations) are much more ancient than we've been told, so coming across this book was very interesting to me. I wondered how Fomenko could be wrong (if at all) because he is very persuasive in his presentations. Then it dawned on me. If at previous times in prehistory, due to the various catastrophies that are well documented (comets, asteroids, planetary disruptions, plasma discharge, pole reversals, etc) the Earth was in a different position in relation to the sun, different tilt on its axis, different orbit, different rotation (in terms of velocity and DIRECTION), and the continents were in different positions, then would this not cause the ancients to see the sky (constellations) differently? In other words, is Fomenko making erronious assumptions about the physics of the Earth in pre-history, which then corrupt his data with regards to dating the relevant astrology? The last event to seriously disrupt our planet occured roughly 3500 years ago, according to other good researchers, so is it possible Fomenko has been confused by this? The vastly different physics of our planet in the not so distant past may explain this confusion, which is not to say the "mainstream" version of history is correct; on the contrary. I am not an expert in these fields, but wanted to see if this idea could spark discussion.

Pants on fire?.......2007-07-19

Will people ever read before spamming? Yes, Jesuits could not rewrite world history alone, they had help. Anyway, Dr Prof Acad A.Fomenko does not point to jesuits as the driving force of world wide history manipulation in published volumes 1,2,3;, actually he barely mentions the poor devils. Check it with 'Search inside' feature, please. China is rarely mentioned either, in fact, Dr Fomenko is completely eurocentric. Right, his theory contradicts all mainstream schools of history, because in their actual state they are all built on blatantly erroneus chronology. You don't need a mysterious cabal (conspiracy) to falsify history, the falsification is its modus operandi. It is inherent to history(ians) to falsify (distort) events, as it is inherent to humans to boast as it is inherent to power (authority) to legimize itself by referrring to glorious past made to its own order. Dr Prof Fomenko and team have identified scores of instances of such manipulation in Russian, European, etc.. history, and delivered valid statistical proof thereof. His own 'reconstruction' is completely another story. Forget c14 as a valid method of dating. W.Libby has initially discovered a brilliant method of INDEPENDENT dating. Too bad, c14 method has become a joke after a forced marrige with dendrochronology with consensual chronological scale inbuilt. Radiocarbon method can't stand blind tests, but is so very productive as a rubberstamp.

Accepted History & Chronology Must Be Changed. .......2007-04-09

There is no doubt that history as most know it is a sham, & institution's version of History both University & Church is fradulent & inaccurate. Everything was established with an agenda, The real "Dark Ages" are now when we have access to incredible amounts of information past authorities & more important 'common folk' didn't have but our institutions & educators are slow to evolve because of what has ignorantly & arrogantly been taught for too long. This is on many subjects not just Chronology.

For anyone to question "Why would a Mathematician have anything credible to say of History?" The answer is from Dr. Fomenko's preface in the book: "It would be worthwhile to remind the reader that in the XVI-XVII century Chronology was considered to be a subdivision of Mathematics." These volumes could possibly be some of the most important works to date & should be read by everyone with an interest in History, especially professors & educators who have a duty to the public. I have read both books & must say that 'Chronology 1' has some very eye opening & revolutionary information. Even if these volumes are part true the implications are profound & opens the doors to further investigations & questions which must be done. I speak several different lanquages & must say the logic Dr. Fomenko uses with "inflection" of words & words being read from left to right in one region & right to left in another then written backwards, the removal of vowels & get down to basics of words, or different cities & locations having the same name etc. is correct. Vowel usage has always been optional & varied, actually complicating linquistics & study. The first thing one has to understand is that words never had a fixed spelling in history like we do now, the spelling of words was mutable & regional, as well as names & titles of people were vast, varied & changed, NOTHING WAS FIXED or understood linear. Matters of Life & Death as well as financial profiteering yesterday & today were & are made with ignorant, illogical & conspiratorial views of history & reality, it's time people get closer to the Truth & society collectively grow up.

Very Interesting.......2007-03-07

It is a good proposal and I believe it will mature into something even better in the future. I think it deserves to be read.

History as Science Fiction.......2007-01-10

Anatoly Fomenko has written a very intriguing book, full of pictures, charts, and computer 'proof' of his thesis: backwards of AD900 we don't really know what happened or when. Between AD900 and AD1600 there is more certainty, but there is still a lot of fuzzy ground, and things don't get reliable until we get past the 1600's where the printing press made it very difficult for the perpetrators of this timeline manipulation to change anything that had been committed to print. The Dark Ages did not happen. Books were burned for a reason. One organization has doubled the actual length of its existence by expanding the real chronology. Read why.

I had always wondered why Christ died about AD33 and yet men waited until the 11th century to form the Knights Templar, the Cathars, etc and go after the Holy Land by force. Why the 1000 year gap? Turns out there wasn't more than a 10-12 year gap and he proves it using astronomy. This also implies that the planet is not as old as we have been told, and current Christian and other creationist scientists are already championing that idea without being aware of Fomenko's book. The two groups, creationist scientists and the Russian mathematical analysts corroborate each other. Fascinating.

Of course, all this flies in the face of what we have been told traditionally is the 'proper' chronology of western civilization, and most readers will experience 'cognitive dissonance' in reading this book. It means that our history going backwards from AD1600 becomes progressively more incorrect and unreliable until it cannot be trusted at all... in the space of 700-800 years.

Naturally, the curious, open-minded reader will want to know WHO did this, WHY, and did any of the events we think of as really ancient ever happen?
Dr. Fomenko is a respected scientist/mathematician at Moscow State University who has already answered these questions to the satisfaction of his initially skeptical colleagues. Most of them are now believers, a few still refuse to believe (the usual diehards), and of course the western press has ignored Fomenko's work -- for obvious reasons when you read the book. The ones who perpetrated this chronology ruse have a lot to answer for. They are still with us. That's why this book is a well-kept secret.

I gave the book a 4-star rating because I was unable to check out some of his claims; those I checked were as he said. But if even 1/3 of his claims are true, this punches a big hole in what we think is our history, the meaning of western civilization, our educational process (for repeating the ruse as gospel), and the trustworthiness of the organization that perpetrated this ruse, well-intentioned or not.

This book relates to current research into a Young Earth paradigm, to John Keel's discoveries about our planet, and Fr Malachi Martin's insights (in his now out-of-print books). We are indeed sheep who are manipulated and kept ignorant -- for a reason. While knowing what these men have to say may be the "booby prize" (as in: 'what can you do with this knowledge?'), it will provide interesting reading. Didn't someone say: "...and the Truth will set you free."?? For you to judge if this book contains the truth.

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Asian American Literature by Shirley Lim

Asian-American Literature: An Anthology

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Asian American Literature by Shirley Lim.......2005-09-24

As textbooks are being written for the academic world, this book could serve as a guideline for future books written in this area of study. A composite of short stories and poetry representing work from a people who have a unique perspective on immigration and what it takes to endure the hardships they have encountered. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in literature or philosophy. It is unfortunate that it has gone out of print. This is more of an injustice to the academic world, to prevent a book of this caliber from the minds of future students. It was all our entire class could do just to get enough copies for us to read.

Mrs. Spring Fragrance and Other Writings (Asian American Experience)

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Great short stories!
Different, but not necessary good

Mrs. Spring Fragrance and Other Writings (Asian American Experience)

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Great short stories!.......2002-03-09

I like Sui Sin Far a lot more than Maxine Hong Kingston or Amy Tan. I'm glad someone finally portrayed Asians correctly. You can always count on this important author.

Different, but not necessary good.......1999-04-16

The stories portray Chinese Americans as real people during the turn of the century. At that time, most of the Chinese were seen as one-dimensional. The author gave them emotions and feelings, yet did not portray them in a positive light. I give her credit for being these characters into the mainstream, but I think she did a dis-service by making them sound sterotypical and backward. The stories themselves are entertaining, but not terribly memorable.

Charlie Chan Is Dead: An Anthology of Contemporary Asian American Fiction

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in response to Jack C....
I liked it.
Must take exception with previous review...
the Asian American writer's bible

Charlie Chan Is Dead: An Anthology of Contemporary Asian American Fiction

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in response to Jack C...........2005-06-08

Jack, just because somebody doesn't happen to agree with your personal perspective doesn't make them "ignorant". Your perspective on the Chan and Moto films isn't the only valid view. The great Keye Luke's perspective was that the Chan films were not racist and many agree with him. That doesn't make Chan supporters "racist" or "ignorant". Their perspective is every bit as valid as yours. Chan is a symbol of justice and wisdom to many people. You should take note of the fact that he is portrayed as being superior to the white characters in HIS movies. The same is true of the Moto films. Individuals who truly love and respect Chan and Moto as cinematic heroes are in no way attempting to be "ignorant" or "racist".

I liked it........2001-07-21

Lol, it's ridiculous, Moto and Charlie Chan are degrading depictions of Asians...pure and simple; it's racist. Anybody who says otherwise is trully ignorant on the subject (i.e. the previous reviewer..no wonder he/she kept him/herself anonymous). Anyway, I liked the book, but I wouldn't say it's the bible for Asian American literature. Why? Well, some of the authors featured here in are not representive of Asian American literature (i.e. Elaine Kim, Maxine Hong Kingston, and Amy Tan). There's only one book that I know that is trully Asian American, and that would be THE BIG AIIIEEEEE! But, that doesn't mean you shouldn't get this book. There are some authors here that aren't sell-outs and this book makes a great summer read!

Must take exception with previous review..........1999-07-24

The previous reviewer of this book said: Chan/Moto movies....''all with bad foreign accents, and goof-ball social ettiquette, spouting out fortune cookie wisdom and acting in some subservient role to another stronger, non-Asian character." Clearly she's never seen the movies. Though Moto and Chan were not played by Asian actors, true, the Asian characters they played NEVER were 'subservient' to non-Asian characters. Their police/secret service colleagues - on their level, always treated them with respect. Lesser policement displayed prejudices - but they were used for comic relief and were always shown up. Chan was always unfailingly polite - which made the ill-mannered non-Asians around him seem like the boors they were, and Moto of course beat up on everybody who deserved it. There is nothing denigrating in the Chan/Moto movies for any Asian/Asian-American who is not obsessed with political correctness. (Treatment of the subservient black characters for comic relief is another matter entirely).

the Asian American writer's bible.......1999-04-21

As an Asian American not-yet-published writer myself, I find this to be a incredibly valuable collection of some of the most talented Asian American authors today. As Jessica Hagedorn wrote in her introduction, for too long has America seen Asian Americans with this Charlie Chan/Mr. Moto image in their minds, all with bad foreign accents, and goof-ball social ettiquette, spouting out fortune cookie wisdom and acting in some subservient role to another stronger, non-Asian character. Well, we're not. And it's about time that the Asian community steps up to dispel these stereotypes.

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Hailing by lineage or immigration from Asian posts such as Japan, the Philippines, Hong Kong, Korea, Vietnam, and India, the contributors to Making More Waves are as well known as Lisa See (On Gold Mountain) and Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni (The Mistress of Spices ), and as new to print as 16-year-old poet Juno Parrenas. The story "Summer of My Korean Soldier" and the essay "Hambun-Hambun" neatly mirror one another, and illustrate an experience shared by all of these writers: the sense of being an outsider. In polished or jagged prose, the authors recount their lives and dig into feminist issues such as violence against women in war and peacetime, sexuality, and the nexus of race, class, and gender. They deftly explore how being Asian in America shapes such concerns and casts up others.

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Asian-American women writers of all ages explore a complex range of identities through poetry, fiction, essays, and memoirs, most of which have never been published. The contributors take on little explored topics and expand the limits of ethnic-based identity, resisting stereotypes and breaking silences. Candid and memorable, their essays, stories, and poetry change popular assumptions and engage readers. This inclusive new collection, by the editors of Making Waves, gathers a diverse range of poems, essays, and fiction by Asian-American women, established writers and new voices alike. "Making More Waves is a continuum, a celebration and acknowledgment of our unique artistic visions, our differences, our often painful histories and complex experiences. . . . An empowering collection." -from the Foreword by Jessica Hagedorn Contributors include: Marilyn Chin Chitra Divakaruni Yen Le Espiritu Kimiko Hahn Nora Okja Cobb Keller Elaine Kim Carolyn Lei-lanilau Maria G. Lee Lisa Lowe Chandra Talpade Mohanty Dana Y. Takagi Renee Tajima-Pena Trinh T. Minh-ha Mitsuye Yamada Helen Zia

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Excellent Read!!!.......2002-04-19

I bought a copy of "Making Waves" by the same authors. It was a powerful book, to say the least. I really admired the honesty by all of the Asian American ladies that contributed to the book.
This book, which is the follow-up, is also a powerful book, too. You see, even though I'm a Caucasian male, I'm a Christian and an ordained minister. Most of the ministry and worship I do is with Asian Americans(most of the are college age and young adult). Since I didn't grow up Asian, this book and its predecessor were a valuable resource to me.
After seeing this book, I'm more sympathetic to the struggles that Asian Americans go through, and especially the females. Too often Hollywood and the Far Eastern Movie companies have portrayed Asian Females as the sultry and sexy "Gesha Girl" stereotype. This book lets the ladies speak and takes the reader into their hearts and minds. It lets the reader know what they've actually been through, what they struggle with(and still do), and what they do to surivive. I'm glad they've shared what they did. I think it's long overdue that their voices were heard.
I would reccommend this book to anyone doing ministry to Asian American females as I do or to any male dating or married to an Asian American female. Praise God for Elaine Kim and the Asian Women United!

~*~ a thick chunk of asian heritage ~*~.......1999-11-28

i suppose you expect a formal review of some sort, but i'm just writing something freshly thought out:

i LOVE this book! it's pretty rare to discover asian american works of writing published in today's world. It iincludes stories, essays, poems, photography, and pictures of artwork done as well.

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Powerful and important testimonials.......2001-08-15

The mass exodus of unaccompanied children from the lands of their birth is one of the least documented and most dramatic legacies of the twentieth century. When seen through a post-colonial lense, it may also, in some ways, be one of the most troubling. These intensely personal accounts offer us a compassionate glimpse onto one of these vast, secret migrations. In doing so, these voices raise profound questions about the ethical limits of human charity and the burden of memory in the absence of the possiblity of history.

What a Disappointment!.......2001-05-15

In the search for books that share the experiences of international adoptees, this book initially appeared to have great promise. I purchased several copies, anticipating that it would make a valuable gift. Instead, all of the copies were returned to the distributor. While adoption is not always a happy or idyllic experience (what is?), it is not the isolating, depressing, and overwhelmingly negative life event for most adoptees that many of the contributors portray it to be. Are the feelings of these authors authenic? I believe that they are; but I am not convinced that they represent the vast majority of adoptees. The book would have been a useful resource if it included a sense of balance.

What a Disappointment!.......2001-05-15

the other side.......1999-05-27

There may be a biased message in the book, but that does not make it any less valid. The stories/essays/prose/poetry are all personal accounts written by Korean adoptees about their experiences with life, as they know it, as a Korean adoptee. Personally, I think it is a powerful and endearing book, as these adoptees bear their souls. As an adoptee myself, it's inspiring to finally see something on the market that combats the sappy, romanticized images of adoption that most mainstream books often portray. In any case, as member of the adoptee community, I recommend this book for anyone involved with adoption in any way, because it does show some of the raw emotions of the adoptee experience, even if they aren't the pictures you want to see.

Moving, yet biased collection........1999-04-29

As a Korean adoptee, I relate to many of the ideas that the authors are putting forth. I know and understand what it is like to struggle with this identity. To experience growing up as an Asian American in an all white community, and then have your Asian American identity hit you like a mack truck. I know what it is like to want to deny that part of yourself. I understand the feelings of hurt, of frustration and confusion. However, I am also beginning to understand the pride in being Asian American. And part of the reason that I am able to do this is because of the support and love of my parents. I feel that many of the poetry and prose that the editors have included in this anthology has negative connotations towards the adoptive parents. I know some really wonderful adoptive parents, including my own. I simply worry that people who are reading this book from outside of adoption will think that all adoptive parents are horrible and all adoptees are maladjusted.

In Daddy's Arms I Am Tall: African Americans Celebrating Fathers

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A wonderful collection of poems
Wrapping up in Daddy's Arms
Wrapping up in Daddy's Arms
I AM TALL
The artwork is beautiful

In Daddy's Arms I Am Tall: African Americans Celebrating Fathers

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"When you follow in the path of your father, you learn to walk like him." This simple, yet potentially double-edged Ashanti proverb begins Javaka Steptoe's picture-book debut, a powerful collection of poems celebrating African American fathers, by new and established African American writers. Breathtaking, evocative mixed-media spreads--bedecked with beads, burlap, and buttons--earned Steptoe's brilliant collection the 1998 Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award and the 1997 Reading Magic Award. A full-time artist and art teacher, Steptoe is the son of the late John Steptoe, also an acclaimed children's book artist. Regarding the process of creating the book, Steptoe says, "I was able to think about my father and how he affected me, and how I affected him, and give something to him by honoring his memory."

One selection, "Black Father Man" by Lenard D. Moore, begins, "Black Father Man, / the supreme earth dweller. / We are his ripe black crop / at the beginning-of-the-harvest. / We all bleed his blood / summer-hot and thick / summer-hot and thick / as unstrained milk. / Black Father Man, / the word-music messenger." Steptoe's accompanying artwork depicts men planting seeds and children growing, using actual dirt, leaves, seeds, paint, and cut paper to communicate the regenerative "we are his ripe black crop" spirit of the poem. In Folami Abiade's title poem, readers will soar high with the boy in his father's arms: "I am big and strong & proud like him / in daddy's arms / my daddy." Other contributors--including Carole Boston Weatherford, Michael Burgess, Davida Adedjouma (editor of The Palm of My Heart), and more--add humor and power to this extraordinary tribute to fatherhood. (All ages)

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Fatherhood is celebrated with honor, humor, and grace in this intergenerational collection of poetry by new and established African-American writers. The book testifies to the powerful bond between father and child, with a profound message to people everywhere that family is the greatest gift and that fathers are among the most influential heroes. Twelve outstanding poems come to life through the spirited artwork of Javaka Steptoe.

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A wonderful collection of poems.......2005-04-22

My sons and I share a love of the verse in the poem "Tickle, Tickle," which is our favorite in this beautifully illustrated collection of poetry.

Wrapping up in Daddy's Arms.......2001-08-01

In Daddy's Arms I am Tall is a beautiful tribute to all fathers. Children will enjoy these unique and inspirational poems. The poem offers students an opportunity to look into the African American culture. The poem My Granddaddy is My Daddy Too represents a very true to life situation in a positive light. This book will be enjoyed not only for the poetry, but also for the amazing artwork. The illustrator,Javaka Steptoe uses all sorts of materials including pennies and burlap to create his art. Children and adults will enjoy looking at the vibrant pictures and trying to figure out what media was used in the illustrations. Readers are given background knowledge to get a better understanding of the poems. At the end of the book, the author gives biographical information about each of the poets featured in the book. Steptoe also complements his wonderful artwork with an informative paragraph on the last page of the book. Readers are given specific examples of the media used and the different sizes of the real images. This information is very inspiring and exciting to the reader. Children and adults will enjoy wrapping up in Daddy's arms!

Wrapping up in Daddy's Arms.......2001-08-01

I AM TALL.......2001-07-31

This collection of poems honoring fathers and grandfathers effectively opens with the Ashanti proverb, "When you follow in the path of your father, you learn to walk like him." The proverb sets the tone for the rest of the book. The poems offer brilliant, descriptive language that most readers, who share the same wonderful thoughts of their own fathers, can quickly identify. The book includes a variety of poems, each with its own perspective on fathers. "Tickle, Tickle" is a fun poem author Dakari Hru wrote in remembrance of all those amusing moments children share with their fathers as they are tickled. "The things in Black Men's Closets" is a more serious poem describing a father's clothing he selects to wear as he gets ready for a funeral. Steptoe skillfully and attractively illustrated all of the poems. He artistically created his illustrations using a combination of painting and collages made from a variety of materials. Each illustration is bright, colorful, and distinctive.

The artwork is beautiful.......2001-07-20

I bought the book for me. I was in a bookstore just walking around when I ran into this book on one of the display tables and not in the African American section where it would normally be. I glanced through the book and knew that this book was something I wanted in my collection. Only problem I have with this book is I don't know whether to put it with my art books or with my poetry books. Hmmm, maybe I should buy a second copy. Excellent for the kids.

Flippin': Filipinos on America (Asian American Writers Worksh)

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Flippin': Filipinos on America (Asian American Writers Worksh)
Luis Francia
Manufacturer: Asian American Writers' Workshop
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Here for the first time are Filipino and Filipino American writers telling their lives in their own words. Here are stories of passion and betrayal, home and exile, the politics of the self and a nation in search of itself. Together, these works provide a deeper image of the Philippines and ultimately, a vivid perspective of America as well.

Echoes Upon Echoes: New Korean American Writings (Asian American Writers Worksh)

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Korean Americans share a common voice
Koreans with voices
Contains a unique emotional core

Echoes Upon Echoes: New Korean American Writings (Asian American Writers Worksh)
Elaine Kim
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ASIN: 1889876135

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In this ground-breaking collection of poetry and fiction Korean American literary artists write from and about unexpected places-landscapes and mindscapes of alienation, obsession, conflict, and belonging. They attest to the tension between habitation within and movement across strange terrains, communities, and languages.

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Korean Americans share a common voice.......2005-07-26

Required college reading can sometimes be a drag. It wasn't the case with this one! I've weaved through many minority anthologies, but nothing quite as well organized and thought provoking as this one. A good collection of prose and poetry by contemporary Korean Americans struggling with identity and voice. Sections are divided as such: Arrival, Return, Dwelling, Crossing, Descent, Flight. Each section containing works dealing with the main heading. My favorites are Uys's Rest Stop: "I stretch one ossified leg at a time,/and leaning on a cigarette/watch as it gathers ash/on his faded American flag t-shirt, an ocean/blue cap that reads Veteran/of the Korean War" OR Dennis Kim's Writes of the child: "...i/leap for the unborn promise/...of...you,/echobreath of ancestors/who have traveled up/the roots of evergreens/and flown into my coarse cropped hair..."

If nothing else, get this book for the great, and original, imagery alone. A must read for anyone trying to come to terms with the Self.

Koreans with voices.......2004-08-30

This book was surprisingly worth the money spent, which is a rarity. The organization was well thought out, and the stories and poems did a good job of depicting the various phases of Korean/American existence and turmoil. The poems were better than the stories (Uys, Kim, Park), especially in dealing with the fragmentation of growing up searching for identity in a culture not really interested in giving voice to such a culturally accepted racial group. The pieces are insightful, powerful, and downright honest. A good read for not only minority Americans, but for anyone trapped under the soil of identity displacement.

Contains a unique emotional core.......2003-07-15

Collaboratively compiled and edited by Elaine Kim (Professor of Asian American Studies, University of California - Berkeley) and Laura Kang (Associate Professor of Women's Studies and Comparative Literature, University of California - Irvine), Echoes Upon Echoes: New Korean American Writings is an impressive and seminal anthology of the literary writings of Korean Americans. These brief stories, poems, vignettes, and insights contain a unique emotional core and offer a wide variety of perspectives upon the dual challenge of finding a personal ethnic identity while adapting to the unending press of mainstream culture. Echoes Upon Echoes is a very highly recommended contribution to Asian American Literature collections and supplemental reading lists.

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