Shining a Light: Celebrating 40 Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Who Changed the World (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780358539353)

"A collective biography of 40 influential Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, from Kalpana Chawla to The Rock to Tammy Duckworth, whose historical contributions readers may not know but whose light shines on, with stunning illustrated portraits by Hugo Award nominee Victo Ngai. From scientists to sports stars, aerospace engineers to artists, every person shines in this collection. Dynamic portraits portray each person with bold colors and clever, precise details. Each biography celebrates the determination and courage of people who were on the forefront of changing society. Using their specific talents, each individual fought for the space for people of Asian and Pacific Islander descent to be seen and treated with dignity and respect. Their important legacy lives on today."--Publisher marketing.

Author: Veeda Bybee
ISBN-10: 0358539358
ISBN-13: 9780358539353
Publisher: Versify
Language: English
Published: 03/28/2023
Pages: 112
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.15lbs
Size: 9.06h x 7.17w x 0.63d

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 03/01/2023
Publishers Weekly 05/15/2023
School Library Journal 09/08/2023 pg. 1