American Born Chinese
Produktbeschreibung
From bestselling author Gene Luen Yang comes the award-winning graphic novel that redefined the medium. Original Series Now Available on Disney+<BR><BR>Jin Wang just wants to fit in.<BR><BR>But fitting in isn't simple when you feel caught between worlds.<BR><BR>Told through three interwoven stories, this groundbreaking graphic novel follows Jin Wang, who moves to a new neighborhood with his family only to discover that he's the only Chinese-American student; the powerful Monkey King, subject of one of the oldest and greatest Chinese fables; and Chin-Kee, a personification of the ultimate negative Chinese stereotype, who is ruining his cousin Danny's life with his yearly visits. <BR><BR>Jin is ultimately forced to confront questions about culture, belonging, and self-acceptance in a way that's both funny, painful, and deeply human.<BR><BR>Why readers love American Born Chinese:<BR><BR>- One of the most important modern graphic novels in schools <BR>- Blends humor, myth, and realism seamlessly <BR>- Deeply relatable exploration of identity <BR>- Engaging for teens and adults alike <BR>- Frequently taught in classrooms and literature courses