Wang the Ninth: The Story of a Chinese Boy is a fascinating book that tells the story of Wang, a young boy from China. Author Bertram Lenox Putnam Wheel tells about the adventures and trials that await the main character on his way to adulthood. Readers will experience the spirit of Chinese culture and the desperation of youth trying to find their place in the world. Black and white portraits and vivid descriptions help to imagine the life and times in which the main character lives. "Van the Ninth" is a book that fascinates with its simplicity and the depth of the topics unfolding on its pages.