Tales Told in Tents - Softcover

Clayton, Sally Pomme

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1845072782 ISBN 13: 9781845072780

Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 2006

Synopsis

Tales Told in Tents Why are some carpets magic? What is a wish-tree? And where can the fountain of eternal life be found? 12 exotic retellings of tales from Central Asia.

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Review:

Sophie Herxheimer's bright and lively illustrations help draw the reader into this exotic world. (Spectator)

This is a splendid book. (Books for Keeps)

A vibrant and enchanting collection of folk tales. (Junior Education)

Synopsis:

Why are some carpets magic? What is a wish-tree? And where can the fountain of eternal life be found? The answers to these and many other intriguing questions can be found in Sally Pomme Clayton's enchanted storytelling journey through Central Asia. On her travels in the region, Sally has accumulated a wealth of folklore and knowledge of nomadic cultures. The 12 exotic retellings of stories related to the author in storytelling tents are linked by a mix of memories spiced with homespun wisdom, as she retraces her steps through Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tadjikistan and Afghanistan. Sophie Herxheimer's brilliantly-patterned artwork, together with a glossary and brief notes, combine to reveal the richness of these little-known, faraway lands of Central Asia.

About this edition

• Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 1845072782
• ISBN 13: 9781845072780
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 48
• Illustrator: Herxheimer Sophie