Summer is the perfect time to unwind with a good book. Whether you’re looking for a new novel for an upcoming vacation or a picture book to share with loved ones, Boundless has got you covered. We’ve rounded up our favorite immigrant-themed books for you to enjoy this summer:
A high school teacher in Texas published a new book which illustrates how educators across the country are helping immigrant students navigate their education in a new country. Making Americans unpacks complex topics, such as language barriers and cultural differences, to help both teachers and students thrive.
Looking for a gripping new summer read? Check out The East Indian, a new historical fiction novel by literary scholar Brinda Charry. The story draws inspiration from historical archives to reimagine the life of the first Indian immigrant to arrive in 17th century America.
Baseball, Nazis & Nedick’s Hot Dogs: Growing Up Jewish in the 1930s in Newark
In his new memoir, Veteran sportswriter Jerry Izenberg shares his story of growing up in a Jewish immigrant family and how his father’s baseball career helped shape the trajectory of his life. “He had given me a lifetime gift — a simple game and a simple shared love for it,” Izenberg writes.
Disbelief: 100 Russian Anti-War Poems
Russian poets are speaking out against the war in Ukraine through their work. A new poetry anthology, Disbelief: 100 Russian Anti-War Poems, features works from Russian immigrants around the world.
This novel by Jeanine Cummins tells the story of Lydia Quixano Pérez, a Mexican librarian who flees her home with her young son after her husband is murdered by a drug cartel. The book has been praised for its unflinching portrayal of the dangers faced by immigrants crossing the U.S.-Mexico border.
Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi tells the story of two half-sisters, one who is sold into slavery and the other who is raised in freedom. The book spans two centuries and three continents, and it offers a powerful and moving look at the legacy of slavery.
Winner of the Arab American Book Award in Fiction, The Other Americans explores the lives of four Moroccan immigrants in Southern California. The novel dives deep into the complex challenges of assimilation, the importance of community, and the power of love.
This renowned novel by Min Jin Lee is beloved by many readers for a reason! Pachinko tells the story of a Korean family who immigrates to Japan in the early 1900s. The book spans four generations and three countries, and it offers a sweeping and unforgettable look at the Korean diaspora.
The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao
This coming-of-age story by Junot Díaz explores themes of race, ethnicity, and immigration. Get an intimate look at a Dominican-American family living in New York City and how growing up in a multicultural environment shapes your life in unexpected ways.