Farewell To Manzanar
by: Jeanne Houston & James D. Houston
Experience the trials, hardships, and redemptions of an American family
What's it about???
This inspiring novel tells the story of a courageous Japanese family taking on the world in 1942, a time that we all remember wasn't kind to Japanese-Americans. Told from the perspective of 7 year-old Jeanne Wakatsuki, readers can really see what it was like growing up in a concentration camp during World War 2.
Reviews
"A heart-wrenching story about a young Japanese-American girl struggling to keep her family together and discover herself, all while growing up in a concentration camp"
-New York Times
"A sorrowful yet enjoyable story filled with drunk fights, baton twirling, rock gardens, uprisings, and even a whole chapter dedicated to proper bathroom use. Definitely worth the read!"
-GoodReads
"Freaking Awesome!!!"
-Batman