Coolies

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Synopsis
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 almond-shaped eyes--because they are coolies? Inspired by actual events in the history of the American railroad, Cooliesa reveals the harsh truth about life for thousands of Chinese laborers, while it celebrates the love and loyalty between two brothers who were determined not only to survive, but to succeed.
Copyright:
2001

Book Details

Book Quality:
Excellent
Book Size:
40 Pages
ISBN-13:
9780399232275
Publisher:
Penguin Young Readers Group
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Yin
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Children's Books, Travel, Literature and Fiction
Grade Levels:
Second grade, Third grade, Fourth grade, Fifth grade
Reading Age:
7–10
Submitted By:
Daproim Africa
Proofread By:
Daproim Africa
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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