Coolies
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Book Description
When Shek and little Wong journey to America in 1865, they have work! Along with hundreds of other Chinese, the brothers are going to help build a great railroad across the West. But as days grow into months, Shek and Wong endure more than they could have imagined--bleeding hands, blasting dynamite, and treacherous avalanches. For very little pay. Are they being treated this way because of their a... More
Book Information
Publisher | Philomel Books |
Binding | Hardcover (8 editions) |
Reading Level | Ages 4-8 |
# of Pages | 40 |
ISBN-10 | 0399232273 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0399232275 |
Publication Date | 02/19/2001 |
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About Chris K. Soentpiet (Illustrator) : Chris K. Soentpiet is a published author and an illustrator of children's books and young adult books. Some of the published credits of Chris K. Soentpiet include Brothers, My Brother Martin: A Sister... more
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11/17/2009 jacklyn curb said:
tags: I recommend, I read
This story tells the journey of two brothers who immigrated to America from China. The brothers worked hard in severe conditions, under unrealistic expectations, incredible odds, and discrimination. The story is told through flashback as a grandmother tells her grandson the story of his ancestors, a... more
tags: I recommend, I read
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