The Immigrant Experience in Fiction
Immigration is a complex issue flooding the news and current political debate. No matter where you stand on immigration law, empathy and understanding is essential. These fictional stories can help us get a glimpse into the lives of people who have fled their homes in search of new opportunities in America. Try some of these:
Americanah
by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
The Book of Unknown Americans
by Cristina Henríquez
The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao
by Junot Diaz
The House on Mango Street
by Sandra Cisneros
Interpreter of Maladies
by Jhumpa Lahiri
The Joy Luck Club
by Amy Tan
White Teeth
by Zadie Smith
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