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“An excellent, moving story” (Midwest Book Review) of an immigrant boy who triumphs over prejudice. 1901. A half-Irish boy is beaten in Ireland for his English blood, then again in New York City, where Irish and English, blacks and whites also hate based on historical wrongs. Drawn in at first, he breaks an ordeal of bullying and violence, helped by a black employer, a new friend, and a fiery thoroughbred horse. “Unsparing in its depiction of prejudice…heartwarming in its portrayal of friendship and moral awakening” (Howard Zinn).
Paperback: 224 pages
Publisher: Persea (December 20, 2013)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0892554266
ISBN-13: 978-0892554263
Product Dimensions: 5.4 x 0.7 x 8.3 inches
Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #1,747,546 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #383 in Books > Children's Books > Growing Up & Facts of Life > Difficult Discussions > Violence #480 in Books > Teens > Historical Fiction > United States > 19th Century #593 in Books > Teens > Literature & Fiction > Social & Family Issues > Prejudice & Racism
Age Range: 12 - 18 years
Grade Level: 7 - 9
Set in Connemara Ireland in 1901, history is recreated in this story of Liam, whose English father has long vanished and whose Irish mother has just died. Sent to live with an uncle who is a fierce patriot against England and who despises Liam for his English blood, Liam finds himself involved in no end of conflict, until a letter from America invites the family to leave conflict behind for a new world. Will they find their father in America - and can the two leave prejudices behind also? A BOY FROM IRELAND is an excellent, moving story of Irish history and social changes.
The book is as was described. Appreciate it. Suits the purpose intended for high school English assignment. The book is in very nice condition.
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