Being Chinese : voices from the diaspora
"Being Chinese: Voices from the Diaspora" by Wei Djao presents the personal narratives of twenty-two individuals of Chinese descent living outside China, offering insights into their experiences and identities in diverse societies. These accounts highlight the complexities of maintaining Chinese cultural practices, such as ancestor rites, fengshui, and New Year traditions, while integrating into their adopted countries. The book also examines the selective adherence to Chinese values, including respect for elders and the pursuit of high achievement, and addresses the challenges faced by Chinese women abroad in reconciling traditional expectations with personal aspirations. Djao, born in China and now residing near Seattle, combines these testimonies with an overview of Chinese emigration history, contributing significantly to the field of Chinese diasporic studies
Print Book, English, ©2003
University of Arizona Press, Tucson, ©2003