Description
Inside Out and Back Again is a #1 New York Times bestseller, a Newbery Honor Book, and a winner of the National Book Award!
Inspired by the authors childhood experience as a refugeefleeing Vietnam after the Fall of Saigon and immigrating to Alabamathis coming-of-age debut novel told in verse has been celebrated for its touching childs-eye view of family and immigration.
Hà has only ever known Saigon: the thrills of its markets, the joy of its traditions, and the warmth of her friends close by. But now the Vietnam War has reached her home. Hà and her family are forced to flee as Saigon falls, and they board a ship headed toward hopetoward America.
This moving story of one girls year of change, dreams, grief, and healing received four starred reviews, including one from Kirkus which proclaimed it enlightening, poignant, and unexpectedly funny.
An authors note explains how and why Thanhhà Lại translated her personal experiences into Hàs story. This paperback edition also includes an interview with the author, an activity you can do with your family, tips on writing poetry, and discussion questions.
Author: Thanhhà Lai
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 01/02/2013
Pages: 288
Weight: 0.4lbs
Size: 7.50h x 5.10w x 0.70d
ISBN: 9780061962790
Language: English
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