This semi-autobiographical novel, published in 1946, is considered a landmark work of Filipino-American literature. It details Bulosan's experiences as a Filipino migrant worker in the United States during the Great Depression.
"America Is in the Heart" is a powerful and moving story that explores themes of racism, poverty, and the search for identity. It has been praised for its honesty, its lyrical prose, and its unflinching portrayal of the struggles of Filipino immigrants.