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This is a wonderful, enlightening account of an immigrant family and how the younger daughter deals with living in two worlds: that of the traditional Chinese culture at home and that of the American melting pot culture outside the home. Jade Snow Wong guides the reader through her life experiences with insights to Chinese customs for a greater understanding of the ways practiced in China and brought to the US. I highly recommend this book to young readers and adults alike.
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This account is incredible and inspiring. I recommend the book "Bruchko" to people who are considering missions or ministry work of any kind. You will see the world with a whole new perspective and appreciation after reading this. We use it as required reading for all our youth and church leaders.
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Fifth Chinese Daughter by Jade Snow Wong
suetv, May 6, 2007
This is a wonderful, enlightening account of an immigrant family and how the younger daughter deals with living in two worlds: that of the traditional Chinese culture at home and that of the American melting pot culture outside the home. Jade Snow Wong guides the reader through her life experiences with insights to Chinese customs for a greater understanding of the ways practiced in China and brought to the US. I highly recommend this book to young readers and adults alike.(1 of 2 readers found this comment helpful)
Bruchko: The Astonishing True Story of a 19 Year Old Ameican, His Capture by the Motilone Indians and His Adventures in Christi by Bruce Olson
suetv, May 6, 2007
This account is incredible and inspiring. I recommend the book "Bruchko" to people who are considering missions or ministry work of any kind. You will see the world with a whole new perspective and appreciation after reading this. We use it as required reading for all our youth and church leaders.(2 of 4 readers found this comment helpful)