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A Single Shard
A Newbery Award Winner
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This historical novel is ideally suited for children and young readers seeking an inspiring story of determination, cultural history, and personal growth. It will also engage those interested in historic crafts and stories set in medieval Korea.
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The Newbery Medal-winning tale of an orphan boy whose dream of becoming a master potter leads to unforeseen adventure in ancient Korea.
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The Newbery Medal-winning tale of an orphan boy whose dream of becoming a master potter leads to unforeseen adventure in ancient Korea.
Tree-ear is an orphan boy in a 12th-century Korean village renowned for its ceramics. When he accidentally breaks a delicate piece of pottery, he volunteers to work to pay for the damage. Putting aside his own dreams, Tree-ear resolves to serve the master potter by embarking on a difficult and dangerous journey, little knowing that it will change his life forever.
"Despite the odds against him, Tree-ear becomes courageous, brave and selfless, a hero as enduring as the porcelain Park so lovingly describes." (New York Times)
"Intrigues, danger, and a strong focus on doing what is right turn a simple story into a compelling read. A timeless jewel." (Kirkus starred review)
"A broken piece of pottery sets events in motion as an orphan struggles to pay off his debt to a master potter. This finely crafted novel brings 12th-century Korea and these indelible characters to life." (School Library Journal starred review)
"Tree-ear's determination and bravery in pursuing his dream of becoming a potter takes readers on a literary journey that demonstrates how courage, honour and perseverance can overcome great odds and bring great happiness. Park effectively conveys 12th century Korea in this masterful piece of historical fiction." (Kathleen Odean, chair of the Newbery Award Selection Committee)
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Starred reviews celebrate A Single Shard as a beautifully crafted, compelling story that honours perseverance and creativity. Publishers Weekly praises it as a moving tribute to courage, while Kirkus Reviews calls it a "timeless jewel" full of intrigue and moral focus. School Library Journal highlights how the novel vividly brings 12th-century Korea and its characters to life, making it an enduring read for children and young readers alike.
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ISBN: 9780547534268
Publisher: Cengage Learning, Inc
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 10 January 2011
Country: United States
Imprint: Houghton Mifflin
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 13.0mm
Width: 127.0mm
Height: 191.0mm
Weight: 118g
Pages: 176
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Linda Sue Park is the author of the best-seller A Long Walk to Water and the highly-praised novel Prairie Lotus. She has also written several acclaimed picture books and serves on the advisory board of We Need Diverse Books. She lives in Rochester, New York, with her family. lindasuepark.com, Twitter: @LindaSuePark
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