In The Year Of The Boar And Jackie Robinson by Bette Bao Lord

The story follows a young Chinese girl named Shirley Temple Wong, who immigrates to Brooklyn, New York, with her family in 1947. As she navigates the challenges of adapting to a new culture and language, Shirley finds solace and inspiration in the world of baseball, particularly through her admiration for Jackie Robinson, the first African American Major League Baseball player. Through her journey, Shirley learns about friendship, resilience, and the importance of embracing her dual identity, ultimately finding her place in her new American home.

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Published
1984
Nationality
American
Length
Short
Pages
150-200
Original Language
English
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