Author lisa see biography

Writing under the pen name Monica Highland, See, her mother Carolyn See, and John Espey [5] published two novels: Lotus Land (), Shanghai Road (), and Greetings from Southern California (), a collection of early 20th Century postcards and commentary on the history they represent. The book traces the journey of Lisa’s great-grandfather, Fong See, who overcame obstacles at every step to become the year-old godfather of Los Angeles’s Chinatown and the patriarch of a sprawling family. Early years First steps Professional growth Public recognition Peak period Later years Public interest Professional activity Media attention
Lisa See is the New York Times bestselling author of The Island of Sea Women, The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane, Snow Flower and the Secret Fan, Peony in Love, Shanghai Girls, China Dolls, and Dreams of Joy, which debuted at #1.