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New gold mountain: the diary of Shu Cheong
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3 out of 5
Based on 19 Ratings and 3 Reviews

Book Description
Shu Cheong works on the goldfields at Lambing Flat. Life is tough, and there are many white settlers who are anything but friendly. It is 1860, and the white miners' behaviour towards the Chinese is becoming more and more violent. Shu Cheong witnesses increasing hatred and brutality towards his people... But he also learns the value of true friendship.
Book Information
PublisherScholastic Australia
BindingHardcover
Reading LevelAges 9-12
# of Pages230
ISBN-101865048518
ISBN-13978-1865048512
Publication Date01/01/2005
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About Christopher Cheng (Author) : Christopher is a full time author of children's books writing fiction (including historical fiction), picture books and non-fiction titles. he has 27 titles published and at least 2 more appearing in ... more
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About Christopher W. Cheng (Author) : Christopher W. Cheng is a published author of children's books. Published credits of Christopher W. Cheng include The Melting Pot: The Diary of Edward, Chek Chee, Sydney 1903-1904.
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