The Littlest Emperor

by David Seow, Olga Marie Polunin (Illustrations)

"A long time ago, the Littlest Emperor ruled the largest empire in the world." So begins this story about a little boy with big responsibilities, an even bigger heart, and his search for something he's never fun. Though the Littlest Emperor has everything you'd ever think he might want, he doesn't know what fun is. So, with his trusted Grand Adviser beside him, he sets out across his empire in a grand search for how to have fun. Author David Seow spins a magical tale about finding happiness in the most unexpected of places. Filled with a host of memorable characters and delicious dialogue that young children will savor (and older ones delight to read aloud!), and illustrated by the renowned artist Olga Polunin with warm hues that reflect the pan-Asian spirit of the story, "The Littlest Emperor" promises to become another favorite in our growing collection of Asian children's books.

37 pages, ebook

First published January 1, 1900

Reviews

[Sadie-Jane Huff · Rating 3 out of 5]

I still prefer the kiddos..
I read and found those kiddos were based on his niece and nephews..

[Louise Leonard · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really sweet story with adorable illustrations.

[Eric Evans · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great artwork

The way proportions were shuffled in the art was a simple humor I can't quite describe, and it complimented the book's portrait on having fun.

[Tanja · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute little picture book about an emperor searching for the real fun in live - the one money can't buy - and finding it in a most unexpected place. (BTW - David Seow will be in Hong Kong for the Young Readers' Festival in March.)

[Tasneem Zafer · Rating 4 out of 5]

A tale about the journey of the littlest emperor searching for FUN and happiness!!
Very cute drawings and illustrations.