26 pages 52 minutes read

Miné Okubo

Citizen 13660

Nonfiction | Graphic Novel/Book | Adult | Published in 1946

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Miné Okubo’s Citizen 13660 offers a compelling and poignant depiction of Japanese-American internment, blending powerful visuals with personal anecdotes. Critics praise its candidness and historical significance, though some note an occasional emotional detachment. Overall, a profound, necessary read for understanding this dark chapter in American history.

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Who Should Read Citizen 13660?

Readers who appreciate Citizen 13660 by Miné Okubo are often drawn to memoirs, graphic novels, and historical accounts. Comparable to Marjane Satrapi's Persepolis and Art Spiegelman's Maus, they seek profound personal stories intertwined with significant historical events, such as the Japanese American internment during WWII.

Recommended

Reading Age

12-18years

Lexile Level

920L

Book Details

Genre
Asian Literature
Japanese Literature
Education
Themes
Relationships: Family
Topics
Military / War
Education
History: World