On the Death of Asian Americans - Norton Lecture 3

Explore the complex dynamics of Asian American identity and representation in this thought-provoking lecture by Viet Thanh Nguyen, part of the 2023-24 Norton Lectures series. Delve into the tension between exclusion and inclusion that shapes Asian American culture and politics, examining how literature has become a powerful tool for achieving narrative plenitude and cultural recognition. Analyze the ways in which Asian American unity is both strengthened by external exclusion and challenged by internal inclusion, offering insights into the evolving landscape of Asian American experiences and their portrayal in contemporary literature.