Whiter: Asian American women on skin color and colorism

How does skin color impact the lives of Asian American women? In Whiter, thirty Asian American women provide first-hand accounts of their experiences with colorism in this collection of powerful, accessible, and brutally honest essays, edited by Nikki Khanna. Featuring contributors of many ages, nat...

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Weitere Verfasser: Khanna, Nikki 1974- (HerausgeberIn)
Format: Buch
Sprache:English
Veröffentlicht: New York New York University Press [2020]
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Zusammenfassung:How does skin color impact the lives of Asian American women? In Whiter, thirty Asian American women provide first-hand accounts of their experiences with colorism in this collection of powerful, accessible, and brutally honest essays, edited by Nikki Khanna. Featuring contributors of many ages, nationalities, and professions, this compelling collection covers a wide range of topics, including light-skin privilege, aspirational whiteness, and anti-blackness. From skin-whitening creams to cosmetic surgery, Whiter amplifies the diverse voices of Asian American women who continue to bravely challenge the power of skin color in their own lives. --
Beschreibung:Includes bibliographical references and index
Beschreibung:xi, 261 Seiten Illustrationen 23 cm
ISBN:9781479800292
9781479881086

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