The Painted Wall and Other Strange Tales
- List Price: $8.95
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publisher: McClelland & Stewart Ltd
- Publish date: 12/30/2004
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"this new collection deserves a welcome" The Horn Book "accessible to reluctant readers [I]nteresting stories with an Asian flavor." School Library Journal "balanced and elegant" The Globe and Mail "these short stories offer wonderful entertainment while also inviting contemplation. As well as being an excellent addition to a study of folktales, this book will be an asset to students learning about Chinese culture. Bedard's skillful retellings result in concise but engaging folktales. A perfect balance exists between the essential details and the minimalist structure." Quill & Quire "Bedard retains the Chinese ideals of brevity and balance to give the book authentic charm" CM Magazine
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