How to American

An Immigrant's Guide to Disappointing Your Parents

by: Jimmy O. Yang

in: Happiness & Positivity

Summary:

The book is a comedic memoir in which actor and stand-up comedian Jimmy O. Yang shares his experiences of immigrating to America from Hong Kong, navigating cultural differences, pursuing a career in entertainment, and dealing with the challenges of meeting his traditional parents' expectations while forging his own American dream. It offers humorous insights and anecdotes about assimilation, the Hollywood landscape, and the complexities of family dynamics in the context of immigrant life.

Key points:

1. Cultural Adaptation: The book stresses the importance of accepting one's cultural roots while adjusting to a new culture, as experienced by the author, Jimmy O. Yang.

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