Routledge - Between the Home and the Diaspora (Studies in Asian Americans)

Explore the complex landscape of identity in this academic study from Routledge. Between the Home and the Diaspora examines the politics of theorizing Filipino and Filipino American identities within the Studies in Asian Americans series. This work addresses the contingent nature of theories and the necessity for nuanced perspectives when applied across politically-uneven contexts. The book models a way to engage with current debates between deconstructive cultural criticism and the project of indigenization. It focuses on how these debates manifest in the real-world struggles of Filipino and Filipino American academics. By studying these academic efforts, the text provides insight into the pursuit of empowerment for their respective communities. This is an essential resource for those studying anthropology, sociology, and the social sciences.