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A graceful and humorous retelling of a Hans Christian Andersen classic. The Emperor of China lives in the most marvellous palace in the world, made completely of porcelain, and his garden is full of the rarest flowers. Yet loveliest of all, say visitors to his realm, is the song of the nightingale in the forest by the sea. The Emperor has never heard this nightingale, and even his courtiers, searching far and wide, cannot find her. It takes a gentle kitchen maid, true of heart, to draw the humble nightingale to court. The Emperor is enchanted by the bird's sweet song - until a bejewelled version with a mechanical tune arrives. Will the mighty ruler learn too late the value of what is simple and genuine?
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A very superior picture book, perfect for both shared and independent reading. (Nominated Book of the Month) -- The Times Educational Supplement, 2002
The illustrations, authentically painted in a Chinese style, are full of detail and humour, particularly in the facial expressions. -- Junior Education, November, 2002
This retelling cleverly brings alive all the poignancy and fun of the original story. -- Junior Education, November, 2002
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The illustrations, authentically painted in a Chinese style, are full of detail and humour, particularly in the facial expressions. -- Junior Education, November, 2002
This retelling cleverly brings alive all the poignancy and fun of the original story. -- Junior Education, November, 2002
Stephen Mitchell - 'The Nightingale is one of the most charming children's stories ever written. I have tried to make my version light, clear, swift, and funny.'
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- PublisherWalker Books Ltd
- Publication date2002
- ISBN 10 0744585287
- ISBN 13 9780744585285
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages48
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