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Chinese Myths and Legends

The Monkey King and Other Adventures
By Shelley Fu and Patrick Yee
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Chinese Myths and Legends by Shelley Fu and Patrick Yee introduces young readers to a collection of captivating Chinese folk tales and stories. The book explores themes of heroism, adventure, and morality through colourful illustrations and engaging narratives. With tales about mythical creatures, ancient gods, and legendary figures, it aims to educate and inspire a new generation about Chinese culture and folklore.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in enchanting tales filled with magical creatures, brave heroes, and ancient wisdom, all set within the rich tapestry of China's cultural heritage. Perfect for young readers, it captures imaginations with vivid illustrations and stories that have stood the test of time.

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Chinese Myths and Legends

This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Chinese fairy tales and other folk stories-providing insight into a vibrant literary culture. Chinese Myths and Legends is a delightful collection of seven classic Chinese stories that make for great reading adventures. From the stories of Pan Gu and Nu Wo, Bai Su-Tzin,

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This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Chinese fairy tales and other folk stories, providing insight into a vibrant literary culture. Chinese Myths and Legends is a delightful 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 enjoy the many layers of meaning contained within them fully.

The included pronunciation guide, as well as information for further reading, makes this a perfect tool for educators, librarians, and parents.

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Chinese Myths and Legends is praised as a captivating collection of seven classic Chinese stories, offering readers engaging adventures intertwined with themes of creation, mortality, and love. The book not only serves as a children's storybook but also provides historical context for each tale, complete with a pronunciation guide and further reading suggestions. The illustrations are noted for their traditional style with a modern colour palette, adding a mystical appeal to the book.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780804850278

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 April 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Tuttle Publishing

Illustration: 7 tales and colour illustrations

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 279.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 128

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Patrick Yee Shelley Fu

About the Author

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.

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