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Item Details
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TREASURY OF CHINESE FOLK TALES
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| By: |
Shelly Fu |
| Format: |
Hardback |
| List price:
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£16.99 |
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| ISBN 10: |
0804838070 |
| ISBN 13: |
9780804838078 |
| Publisher: |
TUTTLE PUBLISHING |
| Pub. date: |
1 January, 2008 |
| Pages: |
128 |
| Description: |
Offers an introduction to seven classic Chinese stories. This work includes: "Tales of Creation - Pan Gu and the Creation"; "Nu Wo, the Mother of Mankind"; "Ho Yi the Archer"; "Tales of Morality - Journey to the West"; "The Man in the Moon"; "Tales of Love - The Story of the White Snake"; and, "The Heavenly River". |
| Synopsis: |
Great reading for both kids and adults, this collection is a beautifully illustrated introduction to seven classic Chinese stories. From Pan Gu and Nu Wo, creators of the world, to Bai Su-Tzin, a snake who took on human form and found true love, "Treasury of Chinese Folk Tales" offers fascinating retellings of some of China's most famous myths. Included are: "Tales of Creation - Pan Gu and the Creation"; "Nu Wo, the Mother of Mankind"; "Ho Yi the Archer"; "Tales of Morality - Journey to the West"; "The Man in the Moon"; "Tales of Love - The Story of the White Snake"; and, "The Heavenly River". While exploring the historical impact and roots of each tale, the author places the stories within Chinese culture and helps readers understand the story's hidden meanings. |
| Illustrations: |
60+ full-color illustrations |
| Publication: |
US |
| Imprint: |
Tuttle Publishing |
| Returns: |
Returnable |
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