Wong Chung joins his father’s caravan on a journey on the Silk Road from China to Constantinople. The trip is full of dangers – rough terrain and weather and bandits. He learns to ration water, care for the camels, and endure a sandstorm. He even takes care of the bandit leader’s son. Sand colored illustrations vividly depict travel on the Silk Road. Included are a map of the long desert road, information about the Silk Road and global trade, a timeline, and a list of key terms and concepts. The book is part of the Tradewinds series that presents historical information in a fun, accessible way. mjw |
Title: Father’s Road
Author: Ji-yun Jang
Illustrator: Tan Jun
Publisher: Eerdman’s Books for Young Readers. Grand Rapids, Michigan
Copyright: 2017
Original Language: Korean
Editor: Joy Cowley
Original Publisher: Yeomon Media Co. Ltd.
Original Copyright: 2014
ISBN: 978-0-8028-5472-8
Paperback pages: 36
Age range: 6-10
Genre: Picture Book, Historical Fiction
Book setting: Asia
Illustrator’s ethnicity: Chinese
Subjects: Asia, China, Commerce, Fathers and sons, Silk Road, Travel |