The Chinese in America: A Narrative History
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Last analyzed: February 2026
Total Reviews
245
On Amazon
Verified
63%
Fair
Amazon Rating
4.7
Original rating
Savinoo Rating
4.5
Adjusted rating
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- LOW RISK (Score: 100/100) The Chinese in America: A Narrative History's reviews appear mostly authentic. Positive Indicators: 33% of reviews are detailed (over 100 words), which suggests genuine feedback..
Customer Reviews from Amazon
Most Helpful Review
"Like many Iris Chang fans I was shocked and saddened by her suicide; I wondered why she'd do it. Then I read her last book"
joseph ginex
This book makes us appreciate what the Chinese contributed toward the building of our country.…
This book makes us appreciate what the Chinese contributed toward the building of our country. May Iris Chang rest in peace.k
This history of Chinese Americans is not only thorough and well-researched and cited; it also…
This history of Chinese Americans is not only thorough and well-researched and cited; it also offers a synthesis that still holds up now over twenty years after its publications. The takeaway lessons are more pertinent than ever as divisive rhetoric from the few seeks to divide the many from banding together as humans, when ultimately, what we have in common spans generations, continents, cultures.Chang’s prose is very approachable and keeps a good pace; although many themes repeat themselves over the course of history, there is little repetition.My main complaint with the book as read in Kindle is its formatting. Although footnotes are linked and numbered, other notes (like source citations or clarifications on statistics are not numbered, nor are they linked to their corresponding text and citation at the back of the book). There were also randomly italicized clauses and numerous misspellings that I found surprising, given how long this text has been around. Hopefully the Amazon/Kindle team will improve the links to the notes and the copy-edits in future versions.Overall, a true American classic.edward richardson
This is my second book from the author. I strongly recommend reading all of her…
This is my second book from the author. I strongly recommend reading all of her books. It's such a loss that she is no longer with us. Her writing captivates me and wants me to learn about China.jinwen wang
So sad that Iris has been no longer with the world she loved. However, this…
So sad that Iris has been no longer with the world she loved. However, this outstanding research will last forever to prevent human being from forgetting their history!Anonymous
I am so sad that Iris Chang is no longer with us. This book is…
I am so sad that Iris Chang is no longer with us. This book is absolutely exceptional. And it’s a real page turner. I cannot wait to read the rape of Nanking. If you are interested in Chinese history, this is a must read.kindle505
Great book. History should be always remembered.
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Review Quality Analysis
Review quality helps identify authentic customer feedback. Longer, detailed reviews (50+ words) typically indicate genuine experiences, while high percentages of short reviews (under 20 words) may suggest incentivized or fake feedback.
Average Words
155
✓ Detailed reviews
Long Reviews
33%
✓ Good engagement
Short Reviews
11%
✓ Low brief reviews
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Average Word Count Gauge
Benchmark: 30 words = moderate, 50+ words = detailed & authentic
155
avg. words per review
Interpretation: Strong indicators of authentic, detailed customer feedback.
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Max in One Day
1
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