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      Coolies

      by Yin
      Published
      Mar 2001
      Main Genre
      General Fiction General Fiction
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      48
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      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.

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      General Fiction

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      Asian-American

      Age Level

      Kids (12 & Under) Kids: Picture Books

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      Jun 2003 Puffin ISBN 0142500550
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      Feb 2001 Philomel ISBN 0399232273
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      May 2003 Turtleback Books ISBN 0613629361
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