Song

Song is a boy from China who leaves his family to seek his fortune in Guiana, but he is forced into labor and feels like an outsider. This story spans half a century and half the globe and is about emigration and the quest for a better life.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 464 pages
\n Publication date: 18 March 2021
\n Publisher: Unbound
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Song, a young man from Lishui village in China, embarks on a courageous journey to seek his fortune. With determination in his heart, he leaves behind his impoverished family, hoping to make a better life for himself. Driven by dreams of finding wealth in the British colony of Guiana, Song sets sail on a perilous voyage across the oceans. However, upon arriving in Guiana, he realizes that wealth is not as easily attained as he had imagined. He is forced to work as an indentured plantation worker, enduring harsh conditions and long hours.

Despite the challenges he faces, Song's journey is just the beginning of his remarkable life. As he navigates between different places and cultures, he becomes increasingly aware of the social hierarchies and prejudices that exist in the world. He questions the fairness of circumstances that determine one's fate and wonders if he will ever truly belong.

This beautifully written and evocative story spans nearly half a century and half the globe. Set in another century, Song's story of emigration and the quest for an opportunity to improve his life remains timeless. Through his experiences, the reader gains a deep understanding of the human spirit's resilience and determination in the face of adversity.

Song's journey teaches us important lessons about the complexities of identity, the value of hard work, and the importance of pursuing one's dreams. It reminds us that no matter where we come from or what circumstances we face, we have the power to shape our own lives and make a positive impact on the world around us.

\n Weight: 414g\n
Dimension: 129 x 199 x 42 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781800180376\n \n