Amah Faraway

Name: Amah Faraway
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781547607211
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By Margaret Chiu Greanias

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Summary

Amah Faraway by Margaret Chiu Greanias is a charming children's story that follows a young girl's journey from San Francisco to visit her grandmother, or "Amah", in Taiwan for the first time. Through this heartfelt narrative, the protagonist explores cultural connections and familial bonds, experiencing both the beauty and challenges of embracing her dual heritage. It's a warm tale that highlights love and understanding across generations and continents.
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Format: Hardback

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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you're looking for a heartfelt story about cultural connections and family ties. It beautifully illustrates the experience of bridging the gap between different worlds and generations, making it perfect for sharing with young readers who appreciate themes of identity and belonging.

Amah Faraway

Nervous about visiting her grandmother in Taipei, Taiwan, a young girl soon adjusts to her unfamiliar surroundings and enjoys the adventure.

A delightful, dual-language story about long-distance family relationships with a fun, storytelling device.

Description

A delightful story of a child’s visit to a grandmother and home far away, and of how families connect and love across distance, language, and cultures.

Amah Faraway follows Kylie, who is nervous about visiting her grandmother—her Amah—who lives so far away. When she and Mama finally go to Taipei, Kylie is shy with Amah. Even though they have spent time together in video chats, those aren’t the same as real life. In Taiwan, Kylie initially feels uncomfortable with the less-familiar customs, culture, and food.

However, after being invited by Amah to play and splash in the hot springs, which are not that different from the pools at home, Kylie begins to see this place through her grandmother’s eyes. She discovers a new perspective on the things that once frightened her. Soon, Kylie finds herself leading Amah back through all her favourite parts of this place, having so much fun!

When it is time to go home, the video chats become extra special, keeping their bond alive until they can visit again.

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Amah Faraway beautifully explores themes of heritage, cultural connection, and intergenerational bonds. Celebrated for its insightful depiction of a child's transformative journey to Taiwan, the book is highly praised for its emotive storytelling and rich illustrations. Critics highlight its universal appeal in addressing familial relationships across distances, and it is applauded for encouraging openness to new experiences while featuring diverse cultural elements.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781547607211

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 25 January 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Bloomsbury Childrens Books

Illustration: full color

Contributors:

Illustrated by Tracy Subisak

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 400g

Pages: 40

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Margaret Chiu Greanias Young Adult

About the Author

Margaret Chiu Greanias is the author of Maximillian Villainous. The daughter of Taiwanese immigrants, she grew up in New York, Texas, and California, while her Amah lived far away in Taipei. This book was inspired by her childhood memories visiting her Amah—exploring night markets, splashing in hot springs, and connecting with relatives—and by her children experiencing Taiwan with their Amah for the first time. She currently lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband, three children, and a fluffle of dust bunnies. Find her online at margaretgreanias.com.

@MargaretGreania

Tracy Subisak can’t stop thinking about being back in Taipei, eating yóutiáo and dòujiang (soy milk) with her Amah and Mama. Tracy is the daughter of a Taiwanese mother and Polish American father. She lived in Taipei for a bit as an adult and saw her Amah every week, ate delicious night-market snacks, and enjoyed every detail of beautiful Taiwan. She is the author-illustrator of Jenny Mei Is Sad, and has illustrated books including the award-winning Shawn Loves Sharks by Curtis Manley and Wood, Wire, Wings: Emma Lilian Todd Invents an Airplane by Kirsten Larson. Visit her online at tracysubisak.com.
@tracysubisak

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