Color In The Mountain Book Review

Many underprivileged people do not have the opportunity to be able to have a good education. In fact, many children are born into poverty, and are forced to start working at young ages to provide for their family. However, in a recent book, “Colors of the Mountain” author Da Chen writes a story of a young Chinese boy born in a small town of Yellow Stone in Southern China. Da, the main character begins his journey in life for a better education. On the way of his journey, Da battles many obstacles and struggles. Many include giving up habits such as smoking his favorite cigarettes, and giving up his education to work in the rice fields so is family has food on their table. Nevertheless, with the help of his supportive family and friends, Da manages to overcome those brick walls and was able to attend Columbia Law School. He know resides in New York City with his wife and children, while landing a job on Wall Street. “Colors of the Mountain shares Das story of triumph over adversity, most specifically the importance of education, family, and prayer. …show more content…
He begins to congratulate Da Chens ability of sharing both of which was unpleasant and uplifting of his childhood. He then begins with a synopsis of “Color of the Mountain”, starting with the first memory of Das childhood. They called it “the Year of Great Starvation”, Das family was forced to live off moldy yams which was a consequence of being a grandson and son of a landlord. Winik later shares Das Academic Studies, which includes his acceptance into college. Furthermore, Das interactions with new people and his accomplishment of overcoming obstacles. Winik closes with a comment, “you will find yourself turning eagerly through the final pages, and wistful when they are done.” He shared his fascination for “Colors of the Mountain”, and had nothing but positive