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The Monkey and the Crocodile: A Jataka Tale from India

by Paul Galdone

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Publisher Comments:

The Jatakas are Indian fables relating the former births of the Buddha in various animal guises. In this retelling, he is a clever little monkey who twice foils the attempts of the crocodile to capture him. Full-color illustrations.

Review:

'\"This offers delightful viewing, and is an excellent choice for storytelling purposes.\"'

Synopsis:

Twice the clever little monkey foils the attempts of the crocodile to capture him.

About the Author

Paul Galdone was born in Budapest, Hungary in 1914 and emigrated to the United States in 1928. After finishing his studies at the Art Student League and the New York School of Industrial Design, Mr. Galdone worked in the art department of a major publishing house. There he was introduced to the process of bookmaking, an activity that was soon to become his lifelong career.

Before his death in 1986, Mr. Galdone illustrated almost three hundred books, many of which he himself wrote or retold. He is fondly remembered for his contemporary style, bright earthy humor, and action-filled illustrations, which will continue to delight for generations to come.

Product Details

ISBN:
9780899195247
Subtitle:
A Jataka Tale from India
Author:
Galdone, Paul
Publisher:
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH)
Location:
New York
Subject:
General
Subject:
Fiction
Subject:
India
Subject:
Animals
Subject:
Animals - General
Subject:
Fairy Tales & Folklore - Single Title
Subject:
Folklore & Mythology
Subject:
Folklore
Subject:
Juveniles
Subject:
Fables
Subject:
Folklore -- India.
Copyright:
Edition Description:
Trade paper
Publication Date:
September 1987
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
Children/juvenile
Language:
English
Pages:
32
Dimensions:
11.24x8.78x.13 in. .34 lbs.
Age Level:
04-08

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