Tua and the Elephant by Taeeun Yoo
Nine-year-old Tua has grown up with everything she needs in the bustling town of Chiang Mai, Thailand. Everything except a sister. But then one day in the market she makes a new friend. Not one with pigtails and a sparkling laugh, but a curious trunk and wise, old eyes. Tua has met an elephant. And this elephant needs her help. Together Tua and Pohn-Pohn go on a remarkable journey to escape from the cruel trainers who had kept the elephant in chains. From the bustling night market to the hallowed halls of a Buddhist temple and finally the sanctuary of an elephant refuge, this clever girl and her companion find exactly what they need: each other. These irresistible characters and their memorable story are brought to life by talented debut author R.P. Harris. Stunning two-colour illustrations by award-winning artist Taeeun Yoo make this gem of a book even more irresistible than the delicious treats at the night market.
R.P. Harris has traveled the world with his wife, spending much time in Asia, including three months in Thailand, where this story was born. He currently lives in Shanghai, China. This is his first book. Taeeun Yoo has illustrated a number of picture books and in 2009 she received the Society of Illustrators Founders Award - for the most promising new talent of the year - for her debut picture book The Little Red Fish.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781452127033 |
| ISBN 10 | 1452127034 |
| Title | Tua and the Elephant |
| Author | Taeeun Yoo |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Chronicle Books |
| Year published | 2013-10-22 |
| Number of pages | 208 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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