The Korean Cinderella (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780060204327)

"This masterfully retold version of Cinderella presents real Korean customs and includes dramatic, brightly colored illustrations" (Children's Literature).

This is an enchanting and magical variant of the favorite fairy tale. Publishers Weekly noted that "the text is especially noteworthy for its instructive but unobtrusive incorporation of Korean words." Children's Literature pointed out that "it should be noted that all the illustrations--from those depicting Korean rituals to the smallest clothing details--are the result of the illustrator's extensive research and passionate interest in Korean culture."

Like the tree planted to honor her birth, Pear Blossom is beautiful, and the pride of her elderly mother and father. But then her mother dies, and her father remarries. Pear Blossom's stepmother resents her new daughter's beauty.

Out of jealousy, she makes Pear Blossom perform impossible chores while her own daughter, Peony, watches idly. But fortunately, Pear Blossom is not alone. With the help of magical creatures--togkabis--she can accomplish each task, and triumph over her stepmother's cruelty.

Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies (NCSS/CBC)

Author: Shirley Climo
ISBN-10: 006020432X
ISBN-13: 9780060204327
Publisher: HarperCollins
Language: English
Published: 05/30/1993
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 10.33h x 8.36w x 0.44d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.1
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 7186 / Korean Cinderella


Review Citation(s):
Booklist 05/01/1993 pg. 1598
School Library Journal 08/01/1993 pg. 156
Multicultural Review 09/01/2002 pg. 26
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/1993 - Recommended, Satisfactory
Publishers Weekly 05/17/1993