{"product_id":"9780804857758-korean-folktales-classic-stories-from-koreas-enchanted-past","title":"Carpenter Frances - Korean Folktales Classic Stories From Korea's Enchanted Past - Paperback","description":"Binding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\nDescription: Fifty - five folktales offer a fascinating window into the Korean world. Told with wit and pathos this lively collection of Korean fables features the ever - iconic tiger the humble woodcutter clueless brides clever talking rabbits mischievous mice and other engaging characters in situations where folly wisdom greed love reward and retribution are all found in equal measure. Fantasy and reality merge in a world where supernatural occurrences are commonplace. A blind man can suddenly see evil spirits. A spoiled child is taught a lesson by a sassy mouse. A menagerie of creatures too clever for their own good possess the same foibles as humans. Amongst the many stories and characters you will meet: The Tiger and the Rabbit In which a baby rabbit outsmarts a greedy foolish tiger A Korean Cinderella Tale Where a magical a creature or two help an oppressed but virtuous girl to win in the end The Magic Hood About how magic if used for ill purposes can lead to big trouble Rice from a Cat's Fur In which a devoted cat keeps a family from going hungry and brings them prosperity And forty other enchanting tales! This collection is unparalleled in its scope and is the perfect introduction to Korea's rich storytelling tradition containing classic legends and fables that will delight young and old alike!\u003cbr\u003e\nTitle: Korean Folktales Classic Stories From Korea's Enchanted Past\u003cbr\u003e\nAuthor(s): Carpenter Frances\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: Tuttle Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\nBarcode: 9780804857758\u003cbr\u003e\nPages: 256 Pages, With 55 Fables; And Over 100 B\u0026amp;W Illustrations\u003cbr\u003e\nPublication Date: 10\/29\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\nCategory: Myth \u0026amp; Legend Told As Fiction","brand":"Carpenter Frances","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51333403771185,"sku":"IN-G-9780804857758","price":12.08,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0644\/6759\/9594\/files\/9780804857758.jpg?v=1746884672","url":"https:\/\/bookdelivered.com\/products\/9780804857758-korean-folktales-classic-stories-from-koreas-enchanted-past","provider":"Book Delivered","version":"1.0","type":"link"}