All I Asking for Is My Body - (Kolowalu Books (Paperback)) by Milton Murayama (Paperback)

All I Asking for Is My Body is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that delves into the experiences of second-generation Japanese Americans living in Hawaii during the 1930s.

Through its use of standard English and pidgin, Murayama masterfully captures the cultural and linguistic diversity of the islands, creating a rich and immersive reading experience.

The novel's exploration of the Japanese family system vs.

individualism, as well as the plantation system vs.

individualism, is both poignant and timely, offering valuable insights into the worlds of language, sugar plantation history, and the nisei.

With its compelling storytelling and in-depth exploration of themes, All I Asking for Is My Body is a must-read for anyone interested in Hawaiian history, cultural studies, or simply great literature.