Book: On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous
Prompt: How does the author present his writing? First, what is the purpose of his writing? How does it relate to preserving Vietnamese refuge lives, or the memories of their experiences? Why might documentation be important for people who are less visible—refugees, former colonial subjects living in the diaspora, or the LGBTQ population? Second, what are the challenges in documenting their lives, challenges such as the limits of language? Use 3 core concepts from deconstructive criticism to explain the limits of language (hence, documentation). Choose ~4 quotes/passages from the novel that will help you develop your interpretation (thesis). Focus on one quote per body paragraph, analyzing the text closely to explain its deeper meaning and how it helps you “prove” your thesis.
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