48 - Marion, the Story of an Artists Model by Onoto Watanna

Explore the poignant journey of Marion, a young woman navigating the complexities of foreignness in an Asian/Canadian context. After escaping the harsh realities of racial discrimination in Quebec, she sets her sights on New York, hoping to fulfill her dream of becoming an artist. Yet, as she grapples with the challenges of racial bias and the objectification of women, her aspirations take an unexpected turn when she becomes an artists model. This compelling narrative delves into themes of passing, racial identity, and gender dynamics during the transformative early 20th century in New York. (Summary by James K. White)