John Okada

"This volume reminds us of the key place of Okada's novel in the development of Asian American literary history. It makes us consider literary history more cogently, locating No-No Boy as both a literary artifact and as political and social intervention. By proposing new ways of reading and understanding elements—even controversial ones—in the text, this collection of essays highlights how novels that engage history continue to be relevant for new generations."—Rocio G. Davis, author of Relative Histories: Mediating History in Asian American Families

"Finally, a book that unravels the enigma of John Okada and contextualizes his classic novel. A profound and thorough collection of work that was a joy to read."—Jamie Ford, author of Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet

"Thrilling! A relevant and long-awaited exploration of an American literary hero, John Okada."—Naomi Hirahara, Edgar Award Winner

"A moving, comprehensive, and wonderfully readable tribute to a pioneer of Asian American literature. John Okada: The Life and Rediscovered Work is part eulogy, part pedagogy, part literary excavation, and part scholarly compendium. These editors, scholars and writers have created a monument that will keep John Okada's work relevant and his legacy alive."—Ruth Ozeki, author of A Tale for the Time Being

"John Okada is perhaps still the greatest voice to have reached print from our community. Frank Abe has authored a fine and corrective biography, and the editors have assembled a festschrift of illuminating essays that demonstrate the significance of Okada's work and its pertinence to our time. This book is a treasure and a compelling tribute to our first literary master. Yes-yes!"—Garrett Kaoru Hongo, author of Coral Road