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Book Synopsis: Publishers Weekly Best Book * ALA Best Book for Young Adults * ALA Notable Children's Book * ALA Booklist Editors' Choice
Moving, honest, and deeply personal, Red Scarf Girl is the incredible true story of one girl’s courage and determination during one of the most terrifying eras of the twentieth century.
It's 1966, and twelve-year-old Ji-li Jiang has everything a girl could want: brains, popularity, and a bright future in Communist China. But it's also the year that China's leader, Mao Ze-dong, launches the Cultural Revolution—and Ji-li’s world begins to fall apart. Over the next few years, people who were once her friends and neighbors turn on her and her family, forcing them to live in constant terror of arrest. And when Ji-li’s father is finally imprisoned, she faces the most difficult dilemma of her life.
Written in an accessible and engaging style, this page-turning autobiography will appeal to readers of all ages, and it includes a detailed glossary and a pronunciation guide.
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Experience the power of resilience and courage with Red Scarf Girl: A Memoir of the Cultural Revolution. This gripping memoir, recognized as a Publishers Weekly Best Book and an ALA Best Book for Young Adults, takes you on a personal journey through one of the darkest periods of the twentieth century.
Witness the strength and determination of twelve-year-old Ji-li Jiang as her once normal life in Communist China turns into a nightmare. With brains, popularity, and a promising future, Ji-li's world shatters when Mao Ze-dong launches the Cultural Revolution in 1966. Friends and neighbors who were once allies become enemies, forcing Ji-li and her family to live in constant fear of arrest.
Immerse yourself in Ji-li's struggles as she faces life's toughest dilemmas, including the imprisonment of her beloved father. Red Scarf Girl captivates readers of all ages with its accessible and engaging writing style. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply seeking an inspiring true story, this page-turning autobiography is a must-read.
Plus, with a detailed glossary and pronunciation guide, Red Scarf Girl ensures you won't miss a beat. Start your journey today and discover the unwavering spirit of Ji-li Jiang. Order now and be inspired by resilience, courage, and the triumph of the human spirit.
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