Yong

The Journey of an Unworthy Son

Janeen Brian

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English

Walker Books
01 August 2016

Children's & Educational; General fiction (Children's&YA)

The journey of an unworthy son.

Yong doesn't want to leave Guangdong to travel to the goldfields of Ballarat. But as the firstborn son, he has no choice. On the long and treacherous journey, Yong strives to be an honourable son, while he and his father face many hardships and dangers. But in his heart he knows the shameful truth - that his honour is a lie. Can a journey change lives? Has Yong the courage to face what lies ahead?

While set in the 1850s, the story has strong parallels with recent world events and the plight of refugees and asylum seekers. Meticulously researched, Janeen Brian has vividly and realistically brought to life 1850s' Chinese and Australian culture, and themes of prejudice, racism, exploitation, desperation and coping with change are explored.

Short chapters, relatable protagonist, gripping heart-breaking plot that sweeps from China to Ballarat, coupled with strong curriculum links makes Yong an excellent upper primary class novel.

By: Janeen Brian
Imprint: Walker Books
Country of Publication: Australia
Dimensions: Height: 199mm, Width: 130mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 228g
ISBN: 9781925126297
ISBN 10: 1925126293
Publication Date: 01 August 2016
Recommended Age: From 9 to 13 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Yong: The Journey of an Unworthy Son

Recommended as an engaging, well-written historical novel for readers in Years 4-6. * Creative Kids Tales * There are only a few novels containing a Chinese immigrant to our shores so this is very welcome, giving a face to some who came in the nineteenth century along with so many others. Highly recommended. -- Read Plus * Read Plus * Engaging, well written and deserving of a place in every school library, Yong: the journey of an unworthy son is suitable for all ages, particularly upper primary and early secondary. Beautiful front cover art work, short chapters, clear type and excellent writing make this novel appealing and accessible. -- Reading Time * Reading Time *

Short-listed for Educational Publishing Awards Australia, Educational Picture or Chapter Book 2017 (Australia)
Short-listed for Speech Pathology Book of the Year Awards, 8-10 Years 2017 (Australia)