Rise From the Fall, Unmasking the Vietnamese American Identity

Speaker: Lan Cao, Author and Professor of Law at the Chapman University School of Law

Moderator: Naja Pham Lockwood, Producing Fellow for Asia in Action, Weatherhead East Asian Institute

This Asia in Action Speaker Series event revolves around the life and literary journey of Lan Cao, a Vietnamese American writer. It begins with her early life in Vietnam and her migration to America in 1975, as depicted in her novel Monkey Bridge, emphasizing themes of exile, loss, and hope. It then delves into the significance of authentic Vietnamese storytelling through her work The Lotus and the Storm, offering a unique perspective on the Vietnam War. The discussion also touches on Vietnam’s economic transition with Doi Moi policies and its reflection in Three Seasons, while exploring its impact on Lan Cao’s identity as a Vietnamese American and refugee. Finally, her latest book, Family of Six Tones: Refugee Mother and American Daughter, is introduced, along with her ongoing literary journey and future projects.

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