Building an Airplane in Vancouver's Chinatown
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Produced by Vancouver's Chinatown Storytelling Centre (2021)
Written by: Evelyn Sue Wong
Illustrated by: Sarah Ang
Published by: Evelyn Sue Wong, September 2024
ISBN 978-981-94-0247-2 (hard cover)
ISBN 978-981-94-0237-3 (ebook)
As the Great Depression brought families and cities to their knees, fifteen-year-old Robert Shun Wong dreamed of flying. Money was tight, racial discrimination was high and times were tough. But in the heart of Vancouver's Chinatown, Robert built a single-seat plane—a Pietenpol Sky Scout. Pushing the boundaries of his world, Robert was soon flying beyond his wildest dreams!
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This inspiring true story, lovingly crafted by Robert's daughter Evelyn Sue Wong and beautifully illustrated by artist Sarah Ang, will dare young readers to test their limits, set their eyes beyond the horizon and reach for the sky.
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In support of their missions and contribution to the community, proceeds will be donated to:
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*Canada's Aviation Hall of Fame in Calgary, Alberta, Canada
* Vancouver's Chinatown Storytelling Centre, British Columbia, Canada
* Jean Lumb Foundation in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
* Singapore Book Council in Singapore
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Available for purchase in Singapore at Closetful of Books
Details for purchase in Canada will be shared soon.
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