![]() It’s history, it’s a very real struggle, an internal identity debate-which ultimately leads to a monumental realization and a triumph. Yet, this book is so much more than the satirical humor. It was very funny- but also true and thought-provoking. The Law & Order parody was written with an insider's flair. This book is a searing, scathing portrait of how Asians are depicted on the big and small screens in Hollywood. I think this book will make readers think and gives them insights they never considered until they took a virtual walk in someone else’s shoes for a while. Approaching a topic in a comedic way, a ‘making fun of’, format can hold a mirror up to people, and can be blunt, cutting right to the heart of the matter, pulling no punches, but it is presented in a way that is easier to digest, and has a greater impact. I have always believed that satire can be a great teaching tool. While satire can be hard to pull off, Charles Yu nailed it perfectly. Once I realized the book was satirical and written as though it was a script or screenplay, it started to make a lot more sense. When I started reading it, though, I thought I had better go back and study the synopsis, because I was extremely confused. ![]() I had forgotten the premise of this book as I didn’t get around to reading it when it was first published, but for some reason, I thought it was a memoir. ![]() Interior Chinatown by Charles Yu is a 2020 Pantheon Books publication. ![]()
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