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In the aftermath of the Pearl Harbor attack, a young girl and an elderly Japanese‑Canadian gardener are thrust into the harsh realities of wartime evacuation and relocation. Their bond deepens as they confront the threat of internment camps, deciding the fate of a treasured 200‑year‑old bonsai tree while navigating the challenges of displacement during World War II.
First publish date: 1985
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Sheila Garrigue
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