Cover of Saints Boxers Saints by Gene Luen, a graphic novel set in China for ages 11-14

Saints Boxers Saints

by Gene Luen

Age Group: 11-14
Region: China
Reading Format: Middle-Grade

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About This Book

Boxers: In China in 1898 bands of foreign missionaries and soldiers roam the countryside, bullying and robbing Chinese peasants. Little Bao has had enough: harnessing the powers of ancient Chinese gods, he recruits an army of Boxers–commoners trained in kung fu who fight to free China from “foreign devils.” Saints: “China, 1898. An unwanted and unwelcome fourth daughter, Four-Girl isn’t even given a proper name by her family when she’s born. She finally finds friendship– and a name, Vibiana…