The good immigrant USA. 26 writers reflect on America

This urgent collection of essays by first and second-generation immigrants explores the experience of being othered in a divided America. As tensions over immigration rise, highlighted by events such as Trump's proposed border wall and the Charlottesville march, the anthology showcases a diverse array of voices reflecting on their humanity and right to belong. Editors Nikesh Shukla and Chimene Suleyman present contributions from a remarkable range of writers, each sharing personal narratives that illuminate their struggles and triumphs in navigating cultural identities. Chigozie Obioma reflects on an Igbo proverb that guided his journey from Nigeria, while Jenny Zhang examines cultural appropriation in nineties fashion through her teenage lens. Fatimah Asghar recounts a poignant encounter with a Kashmiri Uber driver, and Alexander Chee shares a transformative visit to Korea that reshaped his understanding of heritage. These essays, both heartbreaking and humorous, offer a multifaceted portrait of America today, sparking conversation around identity, belonging, and the immigrant experience. The collection features contributions from notable writers such as Porochista Khakpour, Nicole Dennis-Benn, Teju Cole, and many others, each adding depth to this vital discourse.