Boxers
Boxers
Book Brief
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Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction
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Magical RealismChina • 1890s
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War2013
YA
12-18 years
Super Short Summary
Boxers by Gene Luen Yang explores the experiences of a young person during the Boxer Rebellion in China. The story focuses on their journey and the struggle between tradition and change, emphasizing the impact of historical events on personal identity and cultural conflict.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Gene Luen Yang's Boxers captivates readers with its compelling narrative and vibrant illustrations, portraying the Boxer Rebellion through the eyes of a young protagonist. While praised for its emotional depth and historical insight, some critics find its pacing uneven. Overall, it offers a powerful, thought-provoking experience.
Who Should Read Boxers?
Readers who enjoy Boxers by Gene Luen Yang are likely fans of historical fiction and graphic novels. They appreciate rich, multifaceted narratives like those in Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi or American Born Chinese, also by Yang. Ideal for those interested in Chinese history and culture, coupled with vivid illustrations.
Boxers was part of a dual graphic novel release along with Saints, both created by Gene Luen Yang to provide contrasting perspectives on the Boxer Rebellion, showcasing the different narratives of history.
Gene Luen Yang was inspired by a trip to China when creating Boxers, where he visited historical sites related to the Boxer Rebellion, which deeply informed his storytelling and artwork.
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The illustration style in Boxers reflects Gene Luen Yang's effort to blend Chinese and Western artistic influences, mirroring the cultural collision that is central to the narrative.
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Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction
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Magical RealismChina • 1890s
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War2013
YA
12-18 years
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