--- product_id: 4257991 title: "That Book Woman" price: "NT$720" currency: TWD in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.tw/products/4257991-that-book-woman store_origin: TW region: Taiwan --- # That Book Woman **Price:** NT$720 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** That Book Woman - **How much does it cost?** NT$720 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tw](https://www.desertcart.tw/products/4257991-that-book-woman) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description An exquisitely illustrated paean to everyone who struggles to learn how to read, and to everyone who won’t give up on them. Cal is not the readin' type. Living way high up in the Appalachian Mountains, he'd rather help Pap plow or go out after wandering sheep than try some book learning. Nope. Cal does not want to sit stoney-still reading some chicken scratch. But that Book Woman keeps coming just the same. She comes in the rain. She comes in the snow. She comes right up the side of the mountain, and Cal knows that's not easy riding. And all just to lend his sister some books. Why, that woman must be plain foolish—or is she braver than he ever thought? That Book Woman is a rare and moving tale that honors a special part of American history—the Pack Horse Librarians, who helped untold numbers of children see the stories amid the chicken scratch, and thus made them into lifetime readers. Review: Compelling, poignant - This a book that tugs at my heartstrings for many reasons, and has brought me close to tears when I've read it to my second grade class. The writing is so powerful, and the dialect used is apt (I disagree that it is too difficult to understand). After I modeled how to infer meaning with a few of the phrases, and explained to my kids that they would need to do this throughout the book, they were fine. Often I would stop and ask for a volunteer to think aloud about what was just said. They got the meaning loud and clear. I also disagree with one reviewer who claimed that Cal's point of view is not the right one to use for the storyline. What a magical transformation to witness: a "tough as snuff" boy who thinks reading is ridiculous, to a boy who falls in love with the power of reading. Moreover, it's very clear that he decides to read solely because "that book woman" must have a reason for trekking up the mountain come rain, wind, or snow. He realizes it MUST be important. I think the most beautiful thing about this book is how it cuts right into the human emotion that takes place in the story. The book woman is intentionally left as a vague character with no face; Small was using her voyage, not her face, to pay homage to the many "pack librarians" that made this ongoing sacrifice. Even though she is rarely a central part of the illustrations, the children noticed her on EVERY page. It was also clear they felt her dedication and passion, not through thoughts revealed, but through her dogged determination. The family's deep gratitude was also beautifully shared. Pap clears his throat and in an instant the reader connects with him: especially as adults, we have experienced a time like this when we feel indebted and grateful, and cannot possibly repay the kindness shown us. This book is beautifully written and illustrated, and is a perfect expression of how marvelous, how worthy, how powerful reading truly is. Review: Great storyline for kids and adults. - I love this book. There aren't too many kids books I say this. Kids love it. This book has a great message. Wholesome and heartwarming. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #195,645 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #204 in Children's 1900s American Historical Fiction #438 in Children’s Books about Libraries & Reading #1,646 in Children's School Issues | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 293 Reviews | ## Images ![That Book Woman - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71t3bZGfecL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Compelling, poignant *by L***N on February 11, 2011* This a book that tugs at my heartstrings for many reasons, and has brought me close to tears when I've read it to my second grade class. The writing is so powerful, and the dialect used is apt (I disagree that it is too difficult to understand). After I modeled how to infer meaning with a few of the phrases, and explained to my kids that they would need to do this throughout the book, they were fine. Often I would stop and ask for a volunteer to think aloud about what was just said. They got the meaning loud and clear. I also disagree with one reviewer who claimed that Cal's point of view is not the right one to use for the storyline. What a magical transformation to witness: a "tough as snuff" boy who thinks reading is ridiculous, to a boy who falls in love with the power of reading. Moreover, it's very clear that he decides to read solely because "that book woman" must have a reason for trekking up the mountain come rain, wind, or snow. He realizes it MUST be important. I think the most beautiful thing about this book is how it cuts right into the human emotion that takes place in the story. The book woman is intentionally left as a vague character with no face; Small was using her voyage, not her face, to pay homage to the many "pack librarians" that made this ongoing sacrifice. Even though she is rarely a central part of the illustrations, the children noticed her on EVERY page. It was also clear they felt her dedication and passion, not through thoughts revealed, but through her dogged determination. The family's deep gratitude was also beautifully shared. Pap clears his throat and in an instant the reader connects with him: especially as adults, we have experienced a time like this when we feel indebted and grateful, and cannot possibly repay the kindness shown us. This book is beautifully written and illustrated, and is a perfect expression of how marvelous, how worthy, how powerful reading truly is. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great storyline for kids and adults. *by R***R on February 6, 2025* I love this book. There aren't too many kids books I say this. Kids love it. This book has a great message. Wholesome and heartwarming. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great *by R***N on October 19, 2025* My grandson loved this book --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tw/products/4257991-that-book-woman](https://www.desertcart.tw/products/4257991-that-book-woman) --- *Product available on Desertcart Taiwan* *Store origin: TW* *Last updated: 2026-05-23*