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How Kim Confounds the Dichotomies

Panel: 
Asian American Literature II
Abstract: 

“Kim” by Jana Monji presents us with a transgender, Vietnamese character who defies definition while performing stereotypes whenever it suits her needs. So, what does Kim mean for American culture? That is the question I explore in this paper.

Presenter Information
First Name: 
Andrew
Last Name: 
Godefroy
Institution: 
Independent Scholar