Charles Washing and Racist Furniture

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Set against the backdrop of 1850s Australia, the narrative follows Charles Washing and his family's journey from adversity to success. His parents, a full-blooded Chinese father and an English Jewish mother, escape their homelands and raise ten children while navigating societal challenges. The establishment of Washing Brothers Furniture Factory in Perth highlights the struggle against discriminatory laws aimed at eradicating Asiatic businesses. The family's resilience is tested as they confront legal battles and union pressures, ultimately revealing the harsh realities of racism in their trade.