Monica Itoi Sone
Born: 01-01-1919
Monica Itoi Sone was an American author best known for her autobiographical work, "Nisei Daughter," which recounts her experiences as a Japanese American before, during, and after World War II. Born in Seattle in 1919, Sone's narrative provides insight into the challenges faced by Japanese Americans, including internment. Her work is celebrated for its candid portrayal of identity, resilience, and the immigrant experience in America.
Book summaries for books written by Monica Itoi Sone
Quotes
We do not lose our identities, we do not lose our pride, we do not lose our dignity because of the color of our skin.
Courage is the ability to go from failure to failure without losing enthusiasm.
We can't escape from the past; however, we can change our attitude toward it.
We have no control over the cards we are dealt, but we are in complete control of how we play them.
Our differences are what make us unique and beautiful.
The ultimate measure of a person is not where they stand in moments of comfort and convenience, but where they stand at times of challenge and controversy.