Yellow Rain Poems: A Poetic Exploration of Hmong American Identity and History

Yellow Rain Poems is a powerful and moving book of poems by Mai Der Vang that explores the complex experiences of Hmong Americans in the United States. From the horrors of war and displacement to the challenges of assimilation and the search for home, Yellow Rain Poems is a must-read for anyone interested in the human experience.

Yellow Rain: Poems

by Mai Der Vang

4.9 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	31719 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	262 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Hardcover	:	198 pages
Item Weight	:	1 pounds
Dimensions	:	6.14 x 0.5 x 9.21 inches

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Vang's poems are deeply personal and evocative, drawing on her own experiences as a Hmong American refugee. She writes about the pain of leaving her homeland, the challenges of adjusting to a new culture, and the racism and discrimination that she and other Hmong Americans have faced.

But Yellow Rain Poems is more than just a book about pain and suffering. It is also a book about hope, resilience, and the power of the human spirit. Vang's poems celebrate the strength of the Hmong people and their ability to overcome adversity.

Yellow Rain Poems is a beautifully written and deeply moving book of poems that deserves a wide audience. It is a book that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.

Reviews

"Yellow Rain Poems is a powerful and moving exploration of the Hmong American experience. Vang's poems are deeply personal and evocative, drawing on her own experiences as a refugee. She writes about the pain of leaving her homeland, the challenges of adjusting to a new culture, and the racism and discrimination that she and other Hmong Americans have faced. But Yellow Rain Poems is more than just a book about pain and suffering. It is also a book about hope, resilience, and the power of the human spirit. Vang's poems celebrate the strength of the Hmong people and their ability to overcome adversity. Yellow Rain Poems is a beautifully written and deeply moving book of poems that deserves a wide audience. It is a book that will stay with you long after you finish reading it." - The Rumpus

"Yellow Rain Poems is a powerful and moving debut collection from Mai Der Vang. Vang's poems are unflinching in their exploration of the Hmong American experience, from the horrors of war and displacement to the challenges of assimilation and the search for home. But Yellow Rain Poems is more than just a book about pain and suffering. It is also a book about hope, resilience, and the power of the human spirit. Vang's poems are a testament to the strength of the Hmong people and their ability to overcome adversity. Yellow Rain Poems is a beautifully written and deeply moving book of poems that deserves a wide audience." - Publishers Weekly

About the Author

Mai Der Vang is a Hmong American poet and writer. She was born in a refugee camp in Thailand and immigrated to the United States with her family when she was three years old. Vang's work has been published in numerous literary journals and anthologies, and she is the recipient of several awards, including the Kundiman Poetry Prize and the Whiting Award. Yellow Rain Poems is her debut collection.

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Yellow Rain: Poems

by Mai Der Vang

4.9 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	31719 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	262 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Hardcover	:	198 pages
Item Weight	:	1 pounds
Dimensions	:	6.14 x 0.5 x 9.21 inches

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