Published by Kodansha Amer Inc, 2012
ISBN 10: 1568363915 ISBN 13: 9781568363912
Seller: Revaluation Books, Exeter, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Brand New. Iwasaki, Chihiro (illustrator). 1st edition. 232 pages. 7.10x4.40x0.90 inches. In Stock.
Published by Kodansha Amer Inc, 2012
ISBN 10: 1568363915 ISBN 13: 9781568363912
Seller: Revaluation Books, Exeter, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Brand New. Iwasaki, Chihiro (illustrator). 1st edition. 232 pages. 7.10x4.40x0.90 inches. In Stock.
Published by Kodansha International, Tokyo, JPN, 1982
ISBN 10: 0870115448 ISBN 13: 9780870115448
Seller: Books by White/Walnut Valley Books, Winfield, KS, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Kodansha International, Tokyo, JPN. 1982. Softcover with DJ. Stated 7th Printing. Book is tight, square, and unmarked. Book Condition: Fine. DJ: Very Good; light rubbing to panels; superficial scratching to rear panel. White card stock wraps with green lettering on the spine with girl's picture on front wrap in green. Price of 800 Yen noted on rear panel. 229 pp 12mo. The author is a television personality who tells her childhood recollections about an ideal school in Tokyo during World War II, that combined learning with fun, freedom, and love. This unusual school had old railroad cars for classrooms, and was run by an extraordinary man- the founder and headmaster- Sosaku Kobayashi- who was a firm believer in freedom of expression and activity. A clean very presentable copy.
Published by Kodansha International, 1982
ISBN 10: 4062001187 ISBN 13: 9784062001182
Seller: London Bridge Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Good.
Published by Kodansha International ; New York: Distributed by Kodansha International/USA through Harper & Row, Tokyo ; New York, 1982
Seller: BIBLIOPE by Calvello Books, Oakland, CA, U.S.A.
First Edition
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. 195 pages: illustrations; 22 cm. Translation of: Madogiwa no Totto-chan. by Tetsuko Kuroyanagi; translated by Dorothy Britton. "This engaging series of childhood recollections tells about an ideal school in Tokyo during World War II that combined learning with fun, freedom, and love. This unusual school had old railroad cars for classrooms, and it was run by an extraordinary man-its founder and headmaster, Sosaku Kobayashi-who was a firm believer in freedom of expression and activity. In real life, the Totto-chan of the book has become one of Japan's most popular television personalities-Tetsuko Kuroyanagi. She attributes her success in life to this wonderful school and its headmaster. The charm of this account has won the hearts of millions of people of all ages"-- "Tetsuko Kuroyanagi (born 1933) is a renowned Japanese actress, talk show host, and author. She is best known internationally for her book "Totto-Chan: The Little Girl at the Window," a memoir of her experiences as a child in an alternative school in Tokyo during World War II. The book has been translated into multiple languages and is one of the best-selling books in Japanese history. In addition to her writing, Kuroyanagi is a celebrated television personality in Japan. She has hosted the talk show "Tetsuko's Room" since 1975, making it one of the longest-running talk shows in Japanese television history. The show has featured interviews with a wide range of guests, from international celebrities to influential figures in Japanese society. Kuroyanagi is also known for her philanthropic work. She has served as a Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF since 1984, and she established the Totto Foundation, which supports professional training for aspiring actors and actresses. Throughout her career, Kuroyanagi has been a trailblazer in Japanese media and a champion for children's rights and education. Her work continues to have a significant impact both in Japan and around the world." Elementary school principals -- Japan -- Biography. Children, Education; Elementary school principals. Television personalities. Elementary school principals -- Japan -- Biography Television personalities -- Japan -- Biography. Fine copy with personal owner name and ate to front free endpaper, else fine. First hardback edition; first English lang. ed.
Published by Kodansha International, 1982
ISBN 10: 4062001187 ISBN 13: 9784062001182
Seller: BennettBooksLtd, North Las Vegas, NV, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!.