Book · 2023 · Poetry
From From
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A poet named Monica Yun Yu n has a new book called from from as in well sure but where are you from from and and as you can tell from that title it takes racism very much in its view.
Why people recommend it
From From by Monica Youn is a sharp, provocative poetry collection that examines anti-Asian racism and the complexities of cultural identity through the lens of a familiar and loaded microaggression. On an episode of The Book Review titled What We're Reading, Greg Cowles recommended the book to listeners, drawing attention to its distinctive title which references the intrusive question often directed at Asian Americans regarding their true geographic origins. Cowles explained that the collection takes this casual racism directly into its view, using inventive poetic forms to dissect the assumptions and alienating experiences embedded in such everyday phrasing. By highlighting the book, Cowles underscored its cultural relevance and timely exploration of identity, belonging, and racial prejudice in contemporary society. The recommendation brought visibility to Youn's incisive work, positioning the poetry collection as a vital and unflinching artistic response to the subtle and overt forms of discrimination faced by marginalized communities.
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Greg Cowles a poet named Monica Yun Yu n has a new book called from from as in well sure but where are you from from an… 1
“a poet named Monica Yun Yu n has a new book called from from as in well sure but where are you from from and and as you can tell from that title it takes racism very much in its view”
