Tracing the Creation of “The Gangster We Are All Looking For”

In this multimedia presentation, acclaimed performance artist and author, lê thị diễm thúy, will share the story of how she wrote her book, The Gangster We Are All Looking For. This lyrical autobiographical novel tells the coming-of-age of a Vietnamese refugee growing up in post-Vietnam War California as she navigates grief and the changes within her family, affected by loss, war, identity and economic instability. Join us as thúy recounts her writing journey and encourages readers to tap into their own creativity and stories.

This program is organized by QCC’s English department and made possible through funding from the Harriet & Kenneth Kupferberg Holocaust Center.