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Set in 1950s Japan, an American woman navigates cultural challenges after joining her soldier husband, discovering a reality far removed from romanticized depictions. This memoir offers an entertaining and insightful look at her efforts to bridge cultural gaps, highlighting the mutual misunderstandings and rich experiences she encounters. With a blend of humor and zest, it serves as both a guide to thriving abroad and a captivating glimpse into everyday life in post-war Japan.
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American Geisha, Taylor
- Language
- Released
- 2009
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- Title
- American Geisha
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Taylor
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Released
- 2009
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 324
- ISBN13
- 9780710312167
- Category
- Compatriot and Exile literature
- Description
- Set in 1950s Japan, an American woman navigates cultural challenges after joining her soldier husband, discovering a reality far removed from romanticized depictions. This memoir offers an entertaining and insightful look at her efforts to bridge cultural gaps, highlighting the mutual misunderstandings and rich experiences she encounters. With a blend of humor and zest, it serves as both a guide to thriving abroad and a captivating glimpse into everyday life in post-war Japan.