Spectacles For Young Eyes: Pekin (1863)
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ISBN10: 1120752345
ISBN13: 9781120752345
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Dec 7 2009
Pages: 226
Weight: 0.68
Height: 0.48 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781120752345
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Dec 7 2009
Pages: 226
Weight: 0.68
Height: 0.48 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Spectacles For Young Eyes: Pekin (1863) is a book written by Sarah West Lander. It is a historical fiction novel that takes readers on a journey through China in the year 1863. The story follows the adventures of two young siblings, Lily and Tom, who are sent to live with their uncle in Pekin. Along the way, they encounter many challenges and obstacles, but they also discover the beauty and wonder of this foreign land.The book is filled with vivid descriptions of Chinese culture, customs, and traditions. Readers will learn about the history of the Great Wall of China, the Forbidden City, and the Silk Road. They will also learn about the daily life of Chinese people, including their food, clothing, and housing.The story is told from Lily's point of view, and readers will see the world through her eyes. She is a curious and adventurous girl who is eager to explore everything around her. She is also a bit of a troublemaker, which leads to some humorous and heartwarming moments throughout the book.Overall, Spectacles For Young Eyes: Pekin (1863) is a delightful and educational book for young readers. It is a great way to introduce children to different cultures and customs, and it will inspire them to explore the world around them.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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