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Thousand Pieces of Gold

Ruthanne Lum McCunn

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English
Beacon Press
01 September 2018
A wonderful tale spun from the true life story of Lalu Nathoy/Polly Bemis, a pioneer on the American frontier.

The extraordinary biographical novel about a Chinese-American woman who fought for independence and dignity in the American West-""an important contribution to the history of pioneer women"" (Ms. Magazine)

Lalu Nathoy's father called his thirteen-year-old daughter his treasure, his ""thousand pieces of gold""-yet when famine strikes northern China in 1871, he is forced to sell her. Polly, as Lalu is later called, is sold to a brothel, sold again to a slave merchant bound for America, auctioned to a saloonkeeper, and offered as a prize in a poker game.

With over a quarter of a million copies sold, Thousand Pieces of Gold is a classic of biographical historical fiction that stars an unforgettable Chinese-American heroine whose struggles put a human face on the anti-immigration policies of the past and present.
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Imprint:   Beacon Press
Country of Publication:   United States
Volume:   812.00
Dimensions:   Height: 216mm,  Width: 140mm,  Spine: 15mm
Weight:   272g
ISBN:   9780807083260
ISBN 10:   0807083267
Pages:   216
Publication Date:  
Recommended Age:   From 14 years
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Ruthanne Lum McCunn writes about the Chinese on both sides of the Pacific. Her award-winning books include The Moon Pearl and, most recently, Chinese Yankee. McCunn's work has been translated into thirteen languages, published in twenty-two countries, and adapted for stage and screen. She lives in San Francisco.

Reviews for Thousand Pieces of Gold

A story of struggle and survival as a woman-and slave-in China and the American West . . . Fast-paced and entertaining-packed with adventure, drama, and inspiration. Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston, <i>San Francisco Chronicle</i> From Shanghai to San Francisco, Lalu Nathoy's courageous journey is an important contribution to the history of pioneer women. <i>Ms. Magazine</i> This biographical novel has plenty of suspense and a strong story line. Reading it is a liberal education in one phase of pioneer life in the West. Lucille McDonald, <i>Seattle Times</i> A valuable book that gives Chinese Americans another true heroine. Maxine Hong Kingston Ruthanne Lum McCunn has woven an enthralling work of fiction from the true-life story of Lalu Nathoy. Elena Brunet, <i>Los Angeles Times</i>


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