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In 1996, Lee Su Kim, a Nyonya (i.e. of Straits Chinese parentage), relocated to Texas in the US where she pursued a doctoral degree. With a young family in tow, she was a doctoral student of English, wife, mother - and an alien. In this book, she describes the culture shock of moving into a country vastly different from her native country, Malaysia. She recounts some of the mystifying, amusing, reassuring or alarming experiences that she had in her new environment. The reader will laugh, though sometimes wryly!
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Humorous, heartfelt insights of a Nyonya's cross-cultural journey.
Who is this book for?
If you're interested in personal stories of cultural adaptation, this book offers a warm, humorous look at one woman's unique experiences moving from Malaysia to Texas. Lee Su Kim's candid anecdotes and sharp observations make it relatable and entertaining, especially if you've ever faced the challenges of settling into a new country or enjoy stories that blend humor with cultural reflection.
