"The Questions of Lifu"(First Edition + First Printing)Eleanor Frances Lattimore - 1942
 
In this moving story set against the backdrop of war-torn China, a seven-year-old boy spends his days in a quiet village filled with endless "why" and "how." His most pressing question, however, is about his soldier father, who has been away at the front for years. Consumed by a deep longing for a reunion, the boy decides to set off on a solo trek across the vast, rolling countryside to find him. Carrying only a small bundle, he navigates misty mountain paths and golden rice fields, eventually befriending a lost little girl and taking her under his wing as they travel together. Along the way, he encounters a world transformed by conflict, meeting displaced families and weary travelers who teach him that courage isn't just for soldiers, but also for those who stay behind. It is a gentle yet profound exploration of childhood innocence meeting the high-stakes reality of history, ultimately focusing on the powerful, enduring bond between a child and their parent.
 
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