The Rough-Face Girl
The Rough-Face Girl by Rafe Martin is a captivating retelling of a classic tale rooted in Algonquin Indian folklore. Published by Penguin on April 29, 1992, this first edition spans 32 pages and is presented in English. The story revolves around a village by Lake Ontario, where young women aspire to marry an invisible being, rich and powerful, but must first prove their worth to his discerning sister.
Readers will discover a unique adaptation of the Cinderella story, focusing on the Rough-Face girl, who, despite her scars from working by the fire, seeks to succeed where her beautiful sisters have failed. This narrative explores themes of social values and virtues, offering insights into the cultural context of Native American folklore. Through its engaging storytelling, the book presents a fresh perspective on familiar motifs, inviting readers to reflect on the deeper meanings behind appearances and worth.
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From Algonquin Indian folklore comes one of the most haunting, powerful versions of the Cinderella tale ever told.
In a village by the shores of Lake Ontario lived an invisible being. All the young women wanted to marry him because he was rich, powerful, and supposedly very handsome. But to marry the invisible being the women had to prove to his sister that they had seen him. And none had been able to get past the sister’s stern, all-knowing gaze.
Then came the Rough-Face girl, scarred from working by the fire. Could she succeed where her beautiful, cruel sisters had failed?
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