Routledge - The Myth of the Model Minority - 2nd Edition

Explore the complex realities of the Asian American experience with the second edition of this influential book from Routledge. Building on the foundation of the renowned first edition, this updated text provides an in-depth look at how individuals navigate and cope with everyday racism. This new edition introduces vital research regarding the ways racial stereotyping is gendered and sexualized. Through new interviews, readers gain insight into how Asian American men experience emasculation within the American male hierarchy. Additionally, the text features accounts from women describing their experiences of being exoticized as sexual objects. By examining how race, gender, and sexuality intersect, this book offers a deep understanding of the diverse lives of Asian Americans. It is an essential resource for anyone studying sociology, anthropology, or the social sciences.