This book investigates the historical discrimination faced by Chinese Americans and chronicles their persistent struggle for civil rights in the United States. Drawing on historical records and scholarly analysis, Franklin Ng details the systemic barriers and societal prejudices that Chinese immigrants and their descendants encountered. The work argues that the pursuit of equality was a continuous and multifaceted effort, involving legal challenges, community organizing, and cultural assertion.

This work is recognized as a significant contribution to the study of Chinese American history and the broader civil rights movement. Scholars and students of American history and ethnic studies will find its detailed account of discrimination and resistance invaluable. The book provides a crucial historical perspective on the ongoing dialogue about race, immigration, and equality in the United States.