The Girl-Son |
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| Author:
| Neuberger, Anne E. |
| Series title: | Adventures in Time Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-7613-8251-5 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2011 |
| Publisher: | Lerner Publishing Group
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| Imprint: | Carolrhoda Books |
| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $15.99 |
Book Description:
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"What a pity she isn't a boy!" sighed Induk Pahk's father when he saw his new baby daughter. "Born under the powerful signs of the dragon and the tiger, a boy could have changed the world!" Set in Korea, The Girl-Son is the true story of one girl's courage and determination to go against tradition in order to obtain an education and to create equal educational opportunities for all children in her country. Her story will inspire young readers today as they learn about the...
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"What a pity she isn't a boy!" sighed Induk Pahk's father when he saw his new baby daughter. "Born under the powerful signs of the dragon and the tiger, a boy could have changed the world!" Set in Korea, The Girl-Son is the true story of one girl's courage and determination to go against tradition in order to obtain an education and to create equal educational opportunities for all children in her country. Her story will inspire young readers today as they learn about the fascinating details of another culture.