An original story set in China. The Mountains of Tibet, Mordicai Gerstein. In a Day , Eric Carle, et.al. Brief texts and illustrations by ten internationally known artists reveal a day in the lives of children in eight different countries, showing the similarities and differences and emphasizing the commonality of humankind. Vivid illustrations by Jean and Mon-sien Tseng.
Perspective expands from daily life to national conflict.
Tension between modern parents, who like their two daughters, and grandparents, who want a son. Plot involves a scoundrel who tries to dupe the kindly Sir Whong. An exasperated king marries his tender-hearted daughter to a beggar. The Samurai's Daughter . A medieval folktale in which Tokoyo overcomes challenges to join her exiled father.