She is the author of the book "Farewell to Manzanar".
Her husband is, James Houston, but she is very much alive:)
in california
Jeanne Baxtresser is an American flutist. Jeanne Baxtresser was born in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, USA.
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Jeanne Mance died on June 18, 1673 at the age of 66.
Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston was born on September 26, 1934.
Jeanne Houston's birth name is Jeanne Wakatsuki.
Yes
Her husband is, James Houston, but she is very much alive:)
Her Mom lived longer.
in california
25 years! :)
"Farewell to Manzanar" was written by Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston and her husband James D. Houston. The book is a memoir that tells the story of Jeanne's experiences as a Japanese-American internee during World War II.
The author of "Farewell to Manzanar," Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston, has a complex relationship with Manzanar. She lived there as a child during World War II when her family was interned, so it represents a traumatic and pivotal period in her life. At the same time, writing the book allowed her to process and share her experiences, leading to a sense of closure and understanding.
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"Farewell to Manzanar" by Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston is a memoir that contains 209 pages in the paperback edition.
They were considered potential enemies and put in one of ten "relocation centers" for the duration of the war. Manzanar, in California, is the one that's been written about the most. Try reading "Farewell to Manzanar" by Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston for a first person account.