Chike and the River

by Chinua Achebe

Book Overview

The more Chike saw the ferry-boats the more he wanted to make the trip to Asaba. But where would he get the money? He did not know. Still, he hoped. Eleven-year-old Chike longs to cross the Niger River to the city of Asaba, but he doesn't have the sixpence he needs to pay for the ferry ride. With the help of his friend S.M.O.G., he embarks on a series of adventures to help him get there. Along the way, he is exposed to a range of new experiences that...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0307473864
• ISBN13: 9780307473868
• Release Date: August 2011
• Publisher: Penguin Books
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.5" x 8.0"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6