Ruby's Wish - Hardcover

Bridges, Shirin Yim; Blackall, Sophie

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0811834905 ISBN 13: 9780811834902

Publisher: Chronicle Books, 2002

Synopsis

[( By Bridges, Shirin Yim ( Author )Ruby's Wish Hardcover Jul- 01-2002 )]

About this title

Review:

"Bridges...handles the conflict between Chinese tradition and young Ruby's longing to attend university with grace and compassion....This understated tale takes Ruby's predicament seriously while still celebrating her love of learning and her joyful personality." Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"As 'red is the color of celebration' in China, Ruby should bring joy to many young readers. A lovely read-aloud with illustrations to linger over." School Library Journal

"Ruby's determined character will capture the audience's imagination." The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

..".[A] tale of one little girls's dream to become more than was traditionally possible." Kirkus Reviews

"Told in a concise, straightforward style, the narrative provides just enough background for young children." Booklist

"Bridges' lively storytelling turns what could have been just another family story about a feminist in to a gem." San Francisco Chronicle

About the Author:

Shirin Yim Bridges comes from a family of writers and artists. She has lived in many countries around the world and now lives in Northern California. This is her first book for children. Sophie Blackall has illustrated two books, A Giraffe for France by Leith Hillard and 20 Party Tricks published by Chronicle Books. She lives in New York with her husband and two small children. Just like Ruby, her favorite color is red.

About this edition

• Publisher: Chronicle Books
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0811834905
• ISBN 13: 9780811834902
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 36
• Illustrator: Blackall Sophie