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Nisei Daughter chronicles the life of a young Japanese American woman whose family is forced into internment camps during the years 1942‑1945. The book traces her personal journey, the challenges she faces, and how her faith in church—both Anglican and Scottish—provides resilience. It offers insight into the historical experience of Japanese Americans, the role of the Church of England and the Church of Scotland during wartime, and the broader themes of evacuation, relocation, and internment camps. Designed for young readers, it blends historical fact with an engaging personal narrative to illuminate an often overlooked chapter in American history.
First publish date: 1953
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Autobiography
Authors: Monica Itoi Sone
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