Adapted for young readers from the New York Times bestseller by
Daniel James Brown, Facing the Mountain is the remarkable true story
of three brave Japanese American soldiers who fought for the United
States during World War II while facing discrimination at home. Perfect
for readers of The Boys in the Boat.
After the Japanese military bombed Pearl Harbor in 1941, Japanese
Americans became the subject of racism and discrimination within the
United States. Many were rounded up and put in concentration camps. But
even while this was happening, there were many Japanese American
soldiers who fought to ensure that all Americans were safe during the
biggest conflict in world history.
Facing the Mountain is the story of three Japanese American soldiers:
Rudy Tokiwa, Fred Shiosaki, and Kats Miho, who volunteered for the 442nd
Regimental Combat Team to fight for their country in World War II. The
book covers the three soldiers' deployment to Europe and the struggles
of their families back home. Woven throughout is the chronicle of Gordon
Hirabayashi, one of a cadre of patriotic resisters who stood up against
the government in defense of their own rights.
Equal parts riveting war story, resisitance history, and courtroom
drama, Facing the Mountain is a fascinating and impeccably researched
book that will captivate young readers. Includes black and white photos
and backmatter.
