The Rise and Falls of Jackie Chan, Kristen Mai Giang
The Rise and Falls of Jackie Chan, Kristen Mai Giang
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The Rise (and Falls) of Jackie Chan

Author: Kristen Mai Giang

Narrator: Joshua Chang

Unabridged: 17 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 03/29/2022


Synopsis

An action-packed picture book biography about Hollywood actor, stuntman, and beloved superstar Jackie Chan! A great read for Chan fans hoping to share their love of Rush Hour, Supercop, and Jackie's original brand of martial arts with their ready-to-tumble tyke.

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Jackie Chan has been making movies and amazing audiences with his original and comedic stunts for decades. 

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But before he was an international star, Jackie grew up in relative poverty in China, studied martial arts at the grueling China Drama Academy, and worked for years trying to find his way in film.

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Twist, tumble, and train alongside martial arts hero Jackie Chan in this picture book biography from lauded author Kristen Mai Giang and illustrator and Hong Kong native Alina Chau. Discover how Jackie used his goofball acrobatics to make a name and a style all his own.

About Kristen Mai Giang

Kristen Mai Giang is a Chinese American author who immigrated from Vietnam when she was eighteen months old and grew up in San Gabriel, California, a melting pot of Asian cultures and cuisines, which inspired Grandma's New Asian Kitchen. Ginger and Chrysanthemum, her debut picture book, draws from these memories as well as the antics of her two children and their cousins.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Jon

Really nice first biography for children on Jackie Chan (JC). This book really puts into perspective how hard he had to practice to look as good as he does in the movies; I think children will get a very realistic perspective on how there is no substitute for consistent hard work. Bold and vibrant i......more

Goodreads review by Amber

Thank you, Random House Children's Books for the digital ARC. Curious how Jackie Chan got his start? This biography gives you some insight into his upbringing and journey to stardom. The author emphasizes Chan's unique style and desire to be himself. Chan's personality shows through in the biography......more


Quotes

"[A] dynamic profile of a living legend." -Publishers Weekly

"Chan’s action-star trajectory will inspire young readers." -Kirkus Reviews

"Giang tells a lively tale." -Booklist