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Torii Alaniz
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Nicole Draffen
About this listen
Explore identity and belonging in Hyphened-Nation by Nicole Draffen. The book was inspired by the author's travels overseas and time spent living in the United Kingdom.
Step into Hyphened-Nation: Don't Check the Box, a profound and captivating exploration of America's hidden hyphenation. This thought-provoking memoir shines a light on the socially accepted yet seldom examined practice of hyphenating American citizens by ethnicity before nationality.
Prepare to embark on a journey that will challenge your perspectives, stir your emotions, and leave an indelible mark on your soul. Through meticulous research and poignant personal experiences, the author unveils the deeply rooted impacts of hyphenation, exposing its contribution to racism and perpetuation of harmful stereotypes across all genres of media.
Hyphened-Nation defies conventional boundaries, beckoning you to question the status quo and reconsider how we define ourselves and others. It navigates the intricate web of ethnicity and nationality, urging readers to embrace their individuality and break free from the confines of societal expectations.
This courageous work has garnered acclaim and recognition, earning prestigious literary awards for its groundbreaking perspective and fearless exploration of our hyphenated history. It is a powerful call for change, inspiring readers to challenge ingrained norms and foster a society rooted in empathy, justice, and self-definition.
Delve into Hyphened-Nation and be prepared to be transformed. Nicole Draffen's evocative storytelling will grip your heart, ignite your passion, and compel you to join the conversation that this book has started. It is a transformative journey that will leave an indelible mark on your consciousness and ignite your desire to be part of a world where we remember ourselves and define who we truly are.
Are you ready to step into the extraordinary world of Hyphened-Nation? Prepare to be forever changed.
©2020 Nicole Draffen (P)2021 Nicole DraffenListeners also enjoyed...
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- Anonymous User
- 02-24-25
Unadulterated Truth.
The United States Constitution reads We The People. But being categorized, marginalized, etc. Is an ugly truth some people deal with in this country every day. This book is a gem that makes me proud to be an American. Highly recommended!
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- Athena
- 06-16-21
Intense, Illuminating, Inspiring!!!
This is a MUST READ for not just every American but for inquisitive minds asking the question of what it really means to be BE an American. As a millennial myself, I was wholeheartedly agreeing with the philosophy of the book. My eyes were opened to the some of the ugly realities that the U.S. tends to sweep under the rug. For such a quick read, Hyphened-Nation was packed with historical and current evidence, and I feel so much more informed about our country’s history and how we even got to this point. Draffen’s hard-hitting statements and clever commentary kept me hooked and it’s definitely something I’ll be recommending to my friends and family. Warning: if you don’t like the TRUTH, don’t read it. It’s a tough but necessary read! Definitely going to be quoting a lot of what Draffen said in the future.
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- Livia Pendred
- 04-23-22
Good one
Being an second generation immigrant to the US, this book was an fascinating listen for me. The book helped me understand more about the US then I learned all my life living in the US. This book opened me to understand what it truly means to be an American. The authors journey to the UK made her realize why Americans act in the way they do.
Nicole Draffen is good at weaving words to explain her point of view, and Torii Alaniz also narrates the book fluently throughout.
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- loveltd
- 10-31-22
I found this book very interesting!
Having traveled to Africa, Egypt, Germany and Japan... I have similar experiences as her experience in London. The issues in the book has mirrored many of my own. I would like to see her write something else. I would definitely read it.
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