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East Asian Folktales, Myths and Legends (ebook)
A beautiful new edition of retellings of classic folktales, myths and legends from China, Korea, Japan and beyond.
Follow the journey of the twelve animals of the Chinese Zodiac, explore the history of major festivals and meet legendary figures - such as the famous Hua Mulan - in this beautiful collection of folktales richly retold for young readers by Eva Wong Nava.
Includes 18 East Asian folktales, myths and legends in a perfect, child-friendly package. Part of the Scholastic Classics introducing generations of book lovers to timeless stories, repackaged especially for younger readers. Features traditional favourites, including the widely popular story of Mulan and the fairy tale of Chang'e, Hou Yi and the rabbit in the moon, featured in the animated film On the Moon.
240 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 14, 2024
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About the author
Eva Wong Nava
24 books34 followersEva Wong Nava lives between two worlds. She reads copiously and writes voraciously. She believes in connecting Asia to Europe and America, and finds immense pleasure in telling her English daughters stories of Singapore where she spent a big part of her childhood. She regales them with tales from Chinese myths and literature, imbuing her stories with personal experiences of watching the Chinese opera with her mother. Her favourite Chinese opera is The Monkey King’s Journey to the West.
Eva holds a degree in English Literature and Language from the University of Hull where Philip Larkin was once the University Librarian (and the reason why she chose to go there!); a Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) from University College London where the Institute of Education resides, and a certificate in Art Writing from Sotheby’s Institute of Art which she undertook to better understand what the craft entails. She holds a M.A. in Art History and has taught children and adults how they can use writing for communication and play. She is the founder of CarpeArte Journal, an online space, which publishes works of flash fiction. Eva’s flash fiction have appeared in various places and her writing on art have been published in international art journals.
Eva holds a degree in English Literature and Language from the University of Hull where Philip Larkin was once the University Librarian (and the reason why she chose to go there!); a Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) from University College London where the Institute of Education resides, and a certificate in Art Writing from Sotheby’s Institute of Art which she undertook to better understand what the craft entails. She holds a M.A. in Art History and has taught children and adults how they can use writing for communication and play. She is the founder of CarpeArte Journal, an online space, which publishes works of flash fiction. Eva’s flash fiction have appeared in various places and her writing on art have been published in international art journals.
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June 30, 2024
This middle grade book is a collection of popular stories from East Asia. I read the paperback version.
The book is divided into different themes: Origin and Discovery Tales, Festival Stories, Animal Tales, Tales of the Good, Wise and Brave, and Ancient Love Stories.
Whilst I am familiar with most of the stories, I was impressed with the overview given at the start of each section. It gives a historical perspective, and shows us the variations of the same tale told in different countries in the region. I also liked the introduction before each story.
As for the writing, the author has a lovely lyrical voice, making the reading experience a very enjoyable. Highly recommended.
The book is divided into different themes: Origin and Discovery Tales, Festival Stories, Animal Tales, Tales of the Good, Wise and Brave, and Ancient Love Stories.
Whilst I am familiar with most of the stories, I was impressed with the overview given at the start of each section. It gives a historical perspective, and shows us the variations of the same tale told in different countries in the region. I also liked the introduction before each story.
As for the writing, the author has a lovely lyrical voice, making the reading experience a very enjoyable. Highly recommended.
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October 22, 2025There are new tales I haven't read before in this collection, and they surely are entertaining.
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