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c2016., Juvenile, Rosen Pub. Group Call No: 973 .04951 Click here to access this interactive ebook Summary Note: "Immigration from China to the United States coincided with the California gold rush. Attracted by the riches 'Gold Mountain' had to offer, Chinese immigrants in search of a better life left China in droves in the mid-to-late 19th century. Readers will learn what hardships and successes Chinese immigrants faced when they arrived in the United States through a detailed examination of the push/pull factors that caused thousands of Chinese to leave their home. Important topics such as the growth of the railroad and anti-immigration policies help readers understand the big-picture perspective of Chinese immigration in America. Historical photographs and primary sources provide opportunities for additional learning"--Provided by the publisher.