East Asian Folktales, Myths and Legends
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
East Asian Folktales, Myths and Legends
By (Author) Eva Wong Nava
Illustrated by Jocelyn Kao
Scholastic
Scholastic
14th March 2024
14th March 2024
United Kingdom
Classifications
Children
Fiction
Childrens / Teenage fiction: Classic fiction
Childrens / Teenage general interest: Ancient religions, Mythology and legends
Childrens / Teenage general interest: Supernatural and mythological creatures
Childrens / Teenage fiction: Fantasy
Childrens / Teenage fiction: Short stories
Childrens / Teenage fiction: Family and home stories
Childrens / Teenage fiction: General, modern and contemporary fiction
Physical Properties
Paperback
272
Width 126mm, Height 196mm, Spine 16mm
200g
Description
A beautiful new edition of retellings of classic folktales, myths and legends from China, Korea, Japan and beyond. Follow the journey of the twelve animals of the Chinese Zodiac, explore the history of major festivals and meet legendary figures - such as the famous Hua Mulan - in this beautiful collection of folktales richly retold for young readers by Eva Wong Nava. Includes 18 East Asian folktales, myths and legends in a perfect, child-friendly package. Part of the Scholastic Classics collection: introducing generations of book lovers to timeless stories, repackaged especially for younger readers. Features traditional favourites, including the widely popular story of Mulan and the fairy tale of Chang'e, Hou Yi and the rabbit in the moon, featured in the animated film On the Moon.
