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Korean Children's
Favorite Stories |
From School Library Journal
Kindergarten-Grade 5–These 13 tales first appeared in Story Bag: A
Collection of Korean Folk Tales (Tuttle, 1955; o.p.) and have been
newly illustrated. Though no source notes are included, an introduction by
the author speaks to the authenticity of the selections. The collection
includes elements shared by many cultures, such as a flood story, and
others with a unique sensibility. A variety of animals appear, including
tigers, both good and bad, and snakes, depicted as dragons. The delicate
watercolor illustrations make the stories accessible to children, and the
square format and the calligraphic quality of the titles contribute to the
overall sense of design. –Robin L.
Gibson, formerly at Perry County District Library, New Lexington, OH
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