The essays in this volume provide context for understanding the history of Asian immigrants to the United States and Canada and the experiences of their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Contributors both address historical contexts and provide tools for textual analysis.

"Offers pedagogical techniques for teaching Asian American and Asian Canadian literature, film, and media, including topics such as diaspora, transnationalism, trauma, history, law, and resisting racism, along with literary techniques and genres. Gives syllabus suggestions for undergraduate and graduate courses in literature, gender studies, ethnic studies, and Asian American studies"--