The Korean Cinderella
The Korean Cinderella by Shirley Climo is an illustrated edition published by Harper Collins on January 18, 1996. This 48-page book presents a retelling of the classic Cinderella story through the lens of Korean culture, focusing on the character of Pear Blossom, who faces mistreatment from her stepmother and stepsister. The narrative blends various Korean versions of the tale, offering readers a unique perspective that is both familiar and culturally enriching.
In this edition, readers will find a captivating story that incorporates Korean words seamlessly into the text, enhancing the cultural experience. The illustrations by Heller are noted for their lush and colorful style, which complements the narrative and engages young readers. This book falls within the realms of juvenile fiction and folklore, making it a valuable addition to collections that explore diverse cultural narratives and fairy tales.
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‘Climo and Heller conflate several Korean variants of Cinderella to offer up the story of Pear Blossom, a lovely girl who is sorely mistreated by her nasty stepmother and stepsister.… At once comfortingly familiar and intriguingly exotic, the text is especially noteworthy for its instructive but unobtrusive incorporation of Korean words.’—Publishers Weekly. ‘Heller’s paintings are exotically lush and colorful as well as engaging.… An agreeable retelling of the Cinderella story.’ —BL.
Notable 1994 Children’s Trade Books in Social Studies (NCSS/CBC)
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