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Inside Out and Back Again is a #1 New York Times bestseller, a Newbery Honor Book, and a winner of the National Book Award!
Inspired by the author’s childhood experience as a refugee—fleeing Vietnam after the Fall of Saigon and immigrating to Alabama—this coming-of-age debut novel told in verse has been celebrated for its touching child’s-eye view of family and immigration.
Hà has only ever known Saigon: the thrills of its markets, the joy of its traditions, and the warmth of her friends close by. But now the Vietnam War has reached her home. Hà and her family are forced to flee as Saigon falls, and they board a ship headed toward hope—toward America.
This moving story of one girl’s year of change, dreams, grief, and healing received four starred reviews, including one from Kirkus which proclaimed it “enlightening, poignant, and unexpectedly funny.”
An author’s note explains how and why Thanhhà Lại translated her personal experiences into Hà’s story. This paperback edition also includes an interview with the author, an activity you can do with your family, tips on writing poetry, and discussion questions.
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Modern classics from #1 New York Times bestselling author Thanhhà Lai
A novel-in-verse inspired by the author’s childhood experience as a refugee fleeing Vietnam after the Fall of Saigon and immigrating to Alabama A special edition including an author’s note, interview, family activity, tips on writing poetry, and discussion questions A stunning sequel picking up two years after Hà and her family arrive in Alabama as refugees from the Việt Nam War An eBook collection including Inside Out and Back Again along with Listen, Slowly
Publisher : HarperCollins; Reprint edition (January 2, 2013)
Language : English
Paperback : 288 pages
ISBN-10 : 0061962791
ISBN-13 : 978-0061962790
Reading age : 9 – 12 years, from customers
Lexile measure : 800L
Grade level : 3 – 7
Item Weight : 15.2 ounces
Dimensions : 5.12 x 0.58 x 7.62 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book readable and enjoyable. They praise the writing style as poetic and free verse, making it easy to understand. The story is relatable and stirs up emotions for readers. It provides an interesting perspective and is enlightening for students studying Vietnam history. Readers appreciate the authenticity of the events and how the book portrays life realistically. Overall, customers describe the book as beautiful and an extraordinary work of art.
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