In Andal's House (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781585366033)

As a young boy in Gujarat, India, Kumar sometimes feels like he lives in two worlds. First there is the old world where people and their choices are determined by prejudice and bigotry. But then there is the second, modern world: in this world Kumar can be friends with whomever he chooses and his future looks bright. As part of the annual Diwali celebration, Kumar is invited to the house of his classmate Andal to watch fireworks. Andal is from a high-caste Brahmin family so Kumar is especially pleased to be included. But there in Andal's house, Kumar's two worlds collide in a very unpleasant way. Instead of being welcomed as a guest, Kumar is sent away, forbidden to join the festivities. Angry and hurt, Kumar is left questioning his place in Indian society. Where does he fit in? To which world does he really belong?

Author: Gloria Whelan
ISBN-10: 158536603X
ISBN-13: 9781585366033
Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2013
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 11.00h x 9.10w x 0.50d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.4
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 158692 / In Andal's House


Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 05/01/2013 pg. 88
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2013 pg. 49 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw