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A Bride's Story, Vol. 4
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See moreBeautifully-illustrated tales of young brides along the Silk Road in 19th-Century Asia
Beautifully-illustrated tales of young brides along the Silk Road in 19th-Century Asia
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As he journeys to India, Mr. Smith is snapped out of his melancholic reverie by a tumble from his camel into a river and by the pair of identical twin girls who dive in to pull him out. Leili and Laila have reached marrying age, but their minds are more on mischief than romance.
Meanwhile, back in the Eihons' village, Pariya has finally caught the interest of a suitor. But now that the moment has finally arrived, will Pariya's outspoken personality draw him in or drive him away?
A Bride's Story, Vol. 4 by Kaoru Mori continues the captivating narrative with charm and wit, blending cultural settings with intricate storytelling.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780316232036
Publisher: Little, Brown & Company
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 24 January 2013
Country: United States
Imprint: Yen Press
Illustration: Illustrated throughout
Audience: General / adult, Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 26.0mm
Width: 152.0mm
Height: 212.0mm
Weight: 380g
Pages: 192
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About the Author
Kaoru Mori's previous series, Emma, about a maid and a gentleman in Victorian England, has been lauded byLibrary Journal and was named to the YALSA Great Graphic Novels list. A Bride's Story has only broadened her fan base in Japan and the U.S. with its elegant style and delicate story.
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