The Bamboo Cutter & The Moon Maiden: A Japanese Folk Tale
SKU: DADAX1933317396
ISBN : 9781933317397
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The Bamboo Cutter & the Moon Maiden: A Japanese Folk Tale
This charming retelling of a Japanese folktale couples stunning illustrations with a magical story of love, integrity, and self-sacrifice. The tale begins when a loving couple discovers a tiny baby girl in a thicket of bamboo stalks and takes her home to raise as their own. The Bamboo Princess, as she comes to be known, grows into womanhood while fending off suitors, caring for her new family, and ultimately fulfilling her destiny by returning to her true and rightful home?the moon. In the mold of traditional Japanese morality tales, this story reinforces values of bravery, hard work, and humility. A full explanation of the research and meticulous preparations behind the illustrator’s intricate artwork, which harkens back to time-honored Japanese block prints, is also included.
Specifications of The Bamboo Cutter & the Moon Maiden: A Japanese Folk Tale
GENERAL | |
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Author | Teresa Pierce Williston |
Binding | Hardcover |
Language | English |
Edition | Tra |
ISBN-10 | 1933317396 |
ISBN-13 | 9781933317397 |
Publisher | Silverleaf Press |
Number Of Pages | 32 |
Publication Date | 2006-09-28 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Height | 11.5 inch. |
Length | 9 inch. |
Width | 0.2 inch. |
Weight | 1.05 pounds. |
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