Stories from China by Saviour Pirotta
This work collects stories from China and retells them for children. It also contains traditional stories retold in a modern setting, and combines ghost stories, creation myths, hero stories, and traditional tales. From stories of boys who turn into dragons to a hospital that has a hopping ghost.
This series provides a good introduction to the wealth of stories to be found around the world, and would make a good addition to a primary school library-- Armadillo, Autumn 00 Desirable and collectable [...] What makes them work is their integrity and synergy as a series. [...] These stories cannot fail to stimulate your child's imagination and sense of wonder. -- Children's books in Ireland, Dec 00 The selection of stories is interesting, and these books would be of great value in class. -- Books in schools 2000, Issue 82
Saviour Pirotta has written over 100 children's books, ranging from picture books to novels. He has been fascinated by traditional tales since he was a child, and before becoming a full-time writer he worked as a storyteller for the Commonwealth Institute in London. His titles include The Orchard Book of First Greek Myths and The Orchard Book of Grimm's Fairy Tales. He lives in Saltaire, West Yorkshire.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780750224284 |
| ISBN 10 | 0750224282 |
| Title | Stories from China |
| Author | Saviour Pirotta |
| Series | Multicultural Stories S |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Hachette Children's Group |
| Year published | 1999-11-30 |
| Number of pages | 48 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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