The emperor of gladness: Exploring the dark side of the American dream VnExpress Ocean Vuong's new work, "The Emperor of Gladness," delves into the challenging realities of life for those on the lower rungs of American society.
Ocean Vuong: 'I write about the hidden corners of the American dream' VnExpress In an interview with VnExpress, author Ocean Vuong said his new book addresses the immigrant lives of Vietnamese people working in nail salons and factories in the US.
