Mightier Than the Sword: World Folktales for Strong Boys
by:
Jane Yolen (author)
Raúl Colón (author)
From China to Burma, Afghanistan to America, this collection of fourteen familiar and little-known stories tells the tales of sons, brothers, kings, and trolls--men and boys united by a common heroism that comes from strength of character, wisdom, and compassion. These stories show that brains...
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From China to Burma, Afghanistan to America, this collection of fourteen familiar and little-known stories tells the tales of sons, brothers, kings, and trolls--men and boys united by a common heroism that comes from strength of character, wisdom, and compassion. These stories show that brains trump brawn every time. Renowned storyteller Jane Yolen has created an exciting companion book to her Book Sense 76 Pick Not One Damsel in Distress. An inspired collection of dramatic tales, Mightier Than the Sword will inspire boys and girls alike.
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Format: hardcover
ISBN:
9780152163914 (0152163913)
Publish date: May 1st 2003
Publisher: Silver Whistle
Pages no: 128
Edition language: English
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