Chinese Myths and Legends

The Monkey King and Other Adventures

Inbunden, Engelska, 2018

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Beskrivning

Chinese Myths and Legends is a wonderful collection of seven classic Chinese stories that make for great reading adventures. From the stories of Pan Gu and Nu Wo, creators of the world, to Bai Su-Tzin, a snake who took on human form and found true love, this mesmerizing book includes myths of creation, mortality and love. More than just a Chinese children's storybook, Chinese Myths and Legends also explores the historical impact and roots of each tale, inviting you and the children you love to fully enjoy the many layers of meaning contained within them. The included pronunciation guide as well as information for further reading makes this a perfect tool for educators, librarians and parents.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2018-04-03
Mått:216 x 279 x 20 mm
Vikt:846 g
Format:Inbunden
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:128
Förlag:Tuttle Publishing
Illustratör:Yee, Patrick
ISBN:9780804850278

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Mer om författaren

Shelley Fu, a Chinese-American, is fluent in Mandarin. She holds a BA in English from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and an MA from Marquette University. She is currently a technical editor in Chicago. Patrick Yee holds a degree in Graphic Design, from Camberwell College of Arts, London Institute, and a Masters Degree from Brighton University. He has won the MacMillian Children's Picture Book Award (England) twice and has illustrated more than 100 books.

Recensioner i media

"…Chinese Myths and Legends is a delightful collection of seven classic Chinese stories that make great reading adventures…this mesmerizing book includes myths of creation, mortality, and love. More than just a children's storybook, Chinese Myths and Legends also explores the historical impact and roots of each tale, inviting young readers who love to enjoy the many layers of meaning contained within them fully. Chinese Myths and Legends also features a pronunciation guide, as well as information for further reading, making this a perfect tool for educators, librarians, and parents." --Midwest Book Review