Chinese Emperor's New Clothes - Hardcover

Compestine, Ying

 
9781419725425: Chinese Emperor's New Clothes

Synopsis

Ming Da is only nine years old when he becomes the emperor of China, and his three advisors take advantage of him by stealing his stores of rice, gold, and precious stones. But Ming Da has a plan. With the help of his tailors, he comes up with a clever idea to outsmart his devious advisors: He asks his tailors to make “magical” new clothes for him. Anyone who is honest, the young emperor explains, will see the clothes’ true splendor, but anyone who is dishonest will see only burlap sacks. The emperor dons a burlap sack, and the ministers can’t help but fall for his cunning trick.
 

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About the Author

Ying Chang Compestine grew up in China and now lives in Lafayette, California. She is a popular author of children’s books, cookbooks, and novels.
 
David Roberts has illustrated many children's books, including the bestselling Questioneers series. He was runner-up for the prestigious Mother Goose Award for children’s illustration.
 

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