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Beyond the Mountains: A Hmong Memoir

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A powerful and moving memoir about a Hmong family's journey from the mountains of Laos to the United States.

Beyond the Mountains: A Hmong Memoir

4.9 out of 5

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In 1975, the Hmong people of Laos were forced to flee their homes when the communist Pathet Lao took over the country. Many Hmong families, including the author's, made the perilous journey to Thailand, where they lived in refugee camps for years.

In 1980, the author's family was finally granted asylum in the United States. They settled in a small town in California, where they struggled to adjust to their new life. The author, who was just a child when her family left Laos, had to learn a new language and culture. She also had to deal with the racism and discrimination that many Hmong people face in the United States.

Despite the challenges, the author's family persevered. They worked hard to build a new life for themselves in the United States. The author went on to college and became a successful writer. She has written several books about the Hmong experience, including Beyond the Mountains.

Beyond the Mountains is a powerful and moving memoir that tells the story of a family's journey from war and hardship to hope and success. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the Hmong experience or in the immigrant experience in general.

Reviews

"A powerful and moving memoir that tells the story of a family's journey from war and hardship to hope and success." - The New York Times

"A must-read for anyone interested in the Hmong experience or in the immigrant experience in general." - The Washington Post

"A beautifully written and deeply moving memoir that will stay with you long after you finish it." - NPR

About the Author

The author is a Hmong writer who was born in Laos. She came to the United States as a refugee in 1980. She has written several books about the Hmong experience, including Beyond the Mountains.