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One of the strengths of a graphic novel is the author's ability to literally show readers how characters see the world. Little Bao is at the cusp of adolescence when he first begins to understand the profound ways in which China is being changed through the growing imperial presence of the West. In his child-like imagination, he sees heroes and gods working around, with and through him. As he enters adolescence, these characters inspire him to first join and later lead members of the Society of the Righteous and Harmonious First - the "Boxers."

Yang does a tremendous job of showing the causes of the Boxer Rebellion through the eyes of Little Bao - the humiliations suffered not only by the Chi'ng dynasty, but by average Chinese as well at the hands of Western imperialists. The tragedy for all concerned (both Westerners and Chinese) is graphically (pardon the pun) illustrated. (Sorry - couldn't help it.) It is a great introduction to an event that to many outside China is sadly unfamiliar. For those seeking a more detailed historical account of the Boxer Rebellion, I recommend The Boxer Rebellion: The Dramatic Story of China's War on Foreigners that Shook the World in the Summer of 1900 - although it has a decidedly "western" orientation.


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Boxers Boxers Saints Gene Luen Yang Lark Pien 9781596433595 Books Reviews

High School students (especially reluctant readers) enjoyed this graphic novel. They quickly recognized the historical implications and connections.
Great book about the Boxer Rebellion in China. Imaginative graphic novel for junior high and up, but would be thought provoking for adults too. Get both Boxers and Saints. Yang is a master.
Wonderful graphics and very engaging story line. Great transition between Boxers.
Both Boxers and Saints have two different perspectives of a historical event.
The books challenged both my intellect and my spirituality.
I would highly recommend this graphic novel.
My son is 11 and he read both books. He loved them both. Thank you for keeping his interest with these cultural books.
The story was beautiful. It is a great representation of a hero’s journey, and you really get connected to the characters and the story. Each page is beautifully illustrated. And the way the story was told was fantastic.
By how often my son talks about this book, I suspected this will be the books that had a huge influence on him
Great, engaging way to teach my students about imperialism in China and the Boxer Rebellion, all while giving them a relatable character to attach themselves to.
One of the strengths of a graphic novel is the author's ability to literally show readers how characters see the world. Little Bao is at the cusp of adolescence when he first begins to understand the profound ways in which China is being changed through the growing imperial presence of the West. In his child-like imagination, he sees heroes and gods working around, with and through him. As he enters adolescence, these characters inspire him to first join and later lead members of the Society of the Righteous and Harmonious First - the "Boxers."

Yang does a tremendous job of showing the causes of the Boxer Rebellion through the eyes of Little Bao - the humiliations suffered not only by the Chi'ng dynasty, but by average Chinese as well at the hands of Western imperialists. The tragedy for all concerned (both Westerners and Chinese) is graphically (pardon the pun) illustrated. (Sorry - couldn't help it.) It is a great introduction to an event that to many outside China is sadly unfamiliar. For those seeking a more detailed historical account of the Boxer Rebellion, I recommend The Boxer Rebellion The Dramatic Story of China's War on Foreigners that Shook the World in the Summer of 1900 - although it has a decidedly "western" orientation.