Park’s Quest
Park’s Quest by Katherine Paterson is a poignant exploration of family and history, published by Puffin Books in 1989. This reprint edition spans 148 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Park, a young boy grappling with the loss of his father, who died in Vietnam. As he seeks answers about his father’s past, Park’s journey leads him to his grandfather’s farm in rural Virginia, where he encounters unexpected challenges and revelations.
Readers will find a story that delves into themes of identity and understanding, as Park confronts not only the legacy of his father’s military service but also the complexities of familial relationships. The book touches on significant topics such as history, family dynamics, and the experiences of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. Through Park’s quest for truth, the narrative invites reflection on the impact of war and the connections that bind us across generations.
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Written by Newbery Medalist, National Book Award winner, and Laura Ingalls Wilder Medal recipient Katherine Paterson
Park can’t figure out why his mother refuses to talk about his father who died in Vietnam. Park has no memory of him. But he is determined to find out the answers to his questions. When Park’s search finally takes him to his gradfather’s farm in rural Virginia, he meets obstacles beyond his imagining. Instead of being welcomed as the long lost heir, he is taunted by a young Vietnamese girl. Who is she, and what is she doing on the family farm? And will Park be able to accept the ultimate truth he has sought?
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