Summary:
The memoir chronicles the life of a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist who discovers his undocumented status as a teenager after immigrating from the Philippines to the United States. It delves into the emotional complexities of living in the shadows, the struggle for belonging, and the fight for recognition and legal status in America.
Key points:
1. "Home" Concept: Vargas redefines home as not just a physical place, but also an emotional state, particularly for undocumented immigrants.
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