Little White Duck

Name: Little White Duck
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SKU: 9780761381150
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A Childhood in China

By Na Liu and Andrés Vera Martínez

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Summary

Little White Duck is a vibrant children's graphic novel that offers a glimpse into life in China during the 1970s through the eyes of a young girl. Inspired by the author's own childhood experiences, the story explores themes of family, tradition, and change amidst the backdrop of the Chinese Cultural Revolution. With beautifully detailed illustrations, it presents a unique cultural perspective and an engaging narrative for young readers.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in a colourful glimpse into life in China during the 1970s, seen through the curious eyes of a young girl. With vibrant illustrations, it offers a poignant, educational journey suitable for readers who enjoy cultural stories and historical insights.

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The world is changing for two girls in China in the 1970s. Da Qin—Big Piano—and her younger sister, Xiao Qin—Little Piano—live in the city of Wuhan with their parents. For decades, China's government had kept the country separated from the rest of the world. When their country's leader, Chairman Mao, dies, new opportunities begin to emerge. Da Qin and Xiao Qin soon learn that their childhood will be much different than the upbringing their parents experienced.

Little White Duck captures the essence of this transformative era through the eyes of two young sisters. As China opens its doors, the contrast between past and present becomes a powerful backdrop for the girls' journey of discovery and adaptation. This poignant narrative reflects on the changes in society and personal growth that define an entire generation.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780761381150

Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 August 2012

Country: United States

Imprint: Graphic Universe

Illustration: Illustrations, color

Contributors:

Illustrated by Andrés Vera Martínez

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 184.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 108

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About the Author

Na Liu is a doctor of hematology and oncology. She moved from Wuhan, China, to Austin, Texas, in 1998 to work as a research scientist for MD Anderson Cancer Center. She met her husband, Andrés Vera Martínez, in Austin. Na Liu and Andrés Vera Martínez live in Brooklyn, New York, with their daughter, Mei Lan. They take annual trips to visit their families in Wuhan and Austin.