Arlene Chan Books
Awakening the dragon
By Arlene Chan
In ancient times, the Chinese saw the dragon as both a protector and a threat, able to bring on rain or cause droughts. To honor this powerful creature, people created long narrow boats that they r...
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The Chinese community in Toronto
By Arlene Chan
A history of the Chinese community in Toronto, from 1876 when the first Chinese resident was recorded (Sam Ching, a laundryman), to 2011.
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Awakening the Dragon
By Arlene Chan Illustrated By Song Nan Zhang
In ancient times, the Chinese saw the dragon as both a protector and a threat, able to bring on rain or cause droughts. To honor this powerful creature, people created long narrow boats that they r...
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