America Is in the Heart

Ranked #96 in Philippines History

America is in the Heart is a semi-autobiographical novel from the celebrated author, Carlos Bulosan. Beginning with the young Carlos's difficult childhood in rural Philippines where he and his family face immense hardship, this gripping story follows the narrator's tumultuous journey in search of a better life in America. This is an eye-opening account of the injustices, abuse and discrimination faced by immigrants in post-WWII America. less

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