{"product_id":"9780804857758","title":"Korean Folktales","description":"Author: Kim So-Un\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9780804857758\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Berkeley Books\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 01 Oct 2024\u003cbr\u003ePages: 256\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eFifty-five delightful tales offering fascinating windows into the Korean psyche. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTold with wit and pathos, this lively collection of Korean fables features the ever-iconic tiger, the humble woodcutter, clueless brides, clever talking rabbits, mischievous mice and other engaging characters in situations where folly, wisdom, greed, love, reward and retribution are all found in equal measure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFantasy and reality merge in a world where supernatural occurrences are commonplace. A blind man can suddenly see evil spirits. A spoiled child is taught a lesson by a sassy mouse. A menagerie of creatures  too clever for their own good  possess the same foibles as humans. Amongst the many stories and characters you will meet:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026amp;#x27;The Tiger and the Rabbit\u0026amp;#x27;  In which a baby rabbit outsmarts a greedy, foolish tiger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026amp;#x27;A Korean Cinderella Tale\u0026amp;#x27;  Where a magical a creature or two help an oppressed but virtuous girl to win in the end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026amp;#x27;The Magic Hood\u0026amp;#x27;  About how magic, if used for ill purposes, can lead to big trouble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u0026amp;#x27;Rice from a Cat\u0026amp;#x27;s Fur\u0026amp;#x27;  In which a devoted cat keeps a family from going hungry and brings them prosperity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd forty other enchanting tales!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis collection is unparalleled in its scope and is the perfect introduction to Korea\u0026amp;#x27;s rich storytelling tradition  containing classic legends and fables that will delight young and old alike!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46814078468254,"sku":"ADS-9780804857758","price":19.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9780804857758.jpg?v=1778334268","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9780804857758","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}