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Mona Chang, frustrated with her own ethnic identity, sets out to become a Jew, believing that the best minority experience offers the greatest freedom. The novel follows her humorous and insightful journey through cultural conversion and the complexities of multicultural identity, set against the backdrop of New York City. Jen’s witty tone examines ethnicity, belonging, and the imaginative possibilities of the American melting pot.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comedy Fiction
Authors: Gish Jen
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