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Category : Cranes (Birds)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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The Turtle who Danced with the Crane
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Category : Cranes (Birds)
Languages : en
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The Crane Girl
Author: Curtis Manley
Publisher: Shen's Books
ISBN: 9781643796840
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
In this magical retelling of a Japanese folktale, a mysterious girl weaves silk to help repay the kindness of a boy and his father until the father's greed finally exposes her secret.
Publisher: Shen's Books
ISBN: 9781643796840
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
In this magical retelling of a Japanese folktale, a mysterious girl weaves silk to help repay the kindness of a boy and his father until the father's greed finally exposes her secret.
Persian Legends
Author: Mehry M. Reid
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1462055214
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 357
Book Description
Persian folklore has been handed down from generation to generation for centuries in an effort to understand the past and pass on valuable lessons. Mehry M. Reid remembers sitting next to her grandmother, as she relayed captivating stories adapted to express her own feelings, hopes, and desires. These stories, which her grandmother first heard from her own mother and grandmother, began Reids fascination with the Persian legends and folktales that she has selected and reinterpreted in Persian Legends. As Reid transports readers of all ages on an unforgettable journey through ancient Persia, she highlights an eclectic group of characters comprised of people, animals, and objects that trace historical events, share legends most favored in Persian culture, and offer tales that convey their meanings in simple, often humorous ways. Take a walk with Princess Mina in the rose garden; listen to the kings storyteller; travel to the mountain of the forty virgins; discover the charm of the red diamond; and go to the crystal cave and drink from the wish fountain. Persian Legends: A Book of 101 Stories shares a memorable collection of legends and tales that provides a glimpse into Persian history, helps others appreciate ancient tales, and most importantly, preserves the legacy of folk literature for future generations.
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1462055214
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 357
Book Description
Persian folklore has been handed down from generation to generation for centuries in an effort to understand the past and pass on valuable lessons. Mehry M. Reid remembers sitting next to her grandmother, as she relayed captivating stories adapted to express her own feelings, hopes, and desires. These stories, which her grandmother first heard from her own mother and grandmother, began Reids fascination with the Persian legends and folktales that she has selected and reinterpreted in Persian Legends. As Reid transports readers of all ages on an unforgettable journey through ancient Persia, she highlights an eclectic group of characters comprised of people, animals, and objects that trace historical events, share legends most favored in Persian culture, and offer tales that convey their meanings in simple, often humorous ways. Take a walk with Princess Mina in the rose garden; listen to the kings storyteller; travel to the mountain of the forty virgins; discover the charm of the red diamond; and go to the crystal cave and drink from the wish fountain. Persian Legends: A Book of 101 Stories shares a memorable collection of legends and tales that provides a glimpse into Persian history, helps others appreciate ancient tales, and most importantly, preserves the legacy of folk literature for future generations.
Tenryu-ji
Author: Norris Brock Johnson
Publisher: Stone Bridge Press
ISBN: 1611725267
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 370
Book Description
This illustrated study of Tenryuji, ranked number one among the five great Zen temples of Kyoto and a major destination for tourism and worship, weaves together history, design, culture, and personal reflection to reveal the inner workings of a great spiritual institution. Looking at Tenryuji's present as a mirror to its past, and detailing the famous pond and rockwork composition by renowned designer Muso Soseki, Norris Brock Johnson presents the first full-length "biography" of a Zen temple garden. Norris Brock Johnson is a professor of anthropology at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill and has been teaching and writing about Japanese temple gardens for over twenty years.
Publisher: Stone Bridge Press
ISBN: 1611725267
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 370
Book Description
This illustrated study of Tenryuji, ranked number one among the five great Zen temples of Kyoto and a major destination for tourism and worship, weaves together history, design, culture, and personal reflection to reveal the inner workings of a great spiritual institution. Looking at Tenryuji's present as a mirror to its past, and detailing the famous pond and rockwork composition by renowned designer Muso Soseki, Norris Brock Johnson presents the first full-length "biography" of a Zen temple garden. Norris Brock Johnson is a professor of anthropology at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill and has been teaching and writing about Japanese temple gardens for over twenty years.
TEJAI AND MEJAI
Author: FENYO
Publisher: Glendore Publishing
ISBN: 1838435816
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
Tejai and Mejai is a collection of interrelated animal fables, arranged within a frame story. The fables are inspired by ancient and modern stories from all over the world. Stories that contain old and new idea. Presenting the philosophy and thoughts of scholars and poets.
Publisher: Glendore Publishing
ISBN: 1838435816
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
Tejai and Mejai is a collection of interrelated animal fables, arranged within a frame story. The fables are inspired by ancient and modern stories from all over the world. Stories that contain old and new idea. Presenting the philosophy and thoughts of scholars and poets.
Huhito Fables Vol.8
Author: 不人-Huhito
Publisher: 不人-Huhito
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 74
Book Description
Warning: This fable may affect children's primary education. It should be purchased by a sensible adult over 18 years old. And please make your own version of the story and read it to your children. ..。:*..。:*..。:* Catalog of works *:。..*:。..*:。.. A mouse flying in the sky / Desperately Living Bats / King of the Night Sky / A mouse that has gone under the ground / Mole Tragedy / Pretending to be a king under the ground / Betrayal Fox and Wolf / The fox that made the tiger angry / Owl and Fox / A young hunter who drew a picture / Crane and Turtle Painted Bird / Shepherd and Wolf / A mouse that boasts of a child / Liar Fox and Hoaxer Raccoon Dog / Rampage Gorilla / Raccoon dog, fox and monkey that started business / Lion who does nothing / A monkey abandoned by everyone / Fool who complained to the doctor / Two Wolves / Crane and Turtle Part 2 Crab that runs in front / Piglets that are always late / Two Blacksmiths / Three brothers who inherit the heritage / Good Hunting Bird / Guard Dog and Hound Dog / Misfortune on the Run Away / A frog that didn't have an ear to hear / The Free City / A man who blindly believe what others say / Crane and Turtle Part 3 A monkey imitating a person / Goat who does not help / Rat running for his lives / People who see hyenas / A fox blaming something / A chicken that boasts a male bamboo shoot / Sparrow's Help / Tiger Cub and Lamb / A reticent and ugly man and a beautiful woman / A woman who wanted to get married / Crane and Turtle Part 4 Converted Wolf / Ox and Fox / Promise of Rabbit and Wolf / Three Peacocks / A flock of migratory birds that has lost its leader / King seeking excellent soldiers / How to find a person who leaks information / Rich Merchant and Poor Scholar / A wolf who became an animal doctor / Ignorant Thief / Crane and Turtle Part 5 ..。:*..。:*..。:*..。:*..。:*:。..*:。..*:。..*:。..*:。..*:。..
Publisher: 不人-Huhito
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 74
Book Description
Warning: This fable may affect children's primary education. It should be purchased by a sensible adult over 18 years old. And please make your own version of the story and read it to your children. ..。:*..。:*..。:* Catalog of works *:。..*:。..*:。.. A mouse flying in the sky / Desperately Living Bats / King of the Night Sky / A mouse that has gone under the ground / Mole Tragedy / Pretending to be a king under the ground / Betrayal Fox and Wolf / The fox that made the tiger angry / Owl and Fox / A young hunter who drew a picture / Crane and Turtle Painted Bird / Shepherd and Wolf / A mouse that boasts of a child / Liar Fox and Hoaxer Raccoon Dog / Rampage Gorilla / Raccoon dog, fox and monkey that started business / Lion who does nothing / A monkey abandoned by everyone / Fool who complained to the doctor / Two Wolves / Crane and Turtle Part 2 Crab that runs in front / Piglets that are always late / Two Blacksmiths / Three brothers who inherit the heritage / Good Hunting Bird / Guard Dog and Hound Dog / Misfortune on the Run Away / A frog that didn't have an ear to hear / The Free City / A man who blindly believe what others say / Crane and Turtle Part 3 A monkey imitating a person / Goat who does not help / Rat running for his lives / People who see hyenas / A fox blaming something / A chicken that boasts a male bamboo shoot / Sparrow's Help / Tiger Cub and Lamb / A reticent and ugly man and a beautiful woman / A woman who wanted to get married / Crane and Turtle Part 4 Converted Wolf / Ox and Fox / Promise of Rabbit and Wolf / Three Peacocks / A flock of migratory birds that has lost its leader / King seeking excellent soldiers / How to find a person who leaks information / Rich Merchant and Poor Scholar / A wolf who became an animal doctor / Ignorant Thief / Crane and Turtle Part 5 ..。:*..。:*..。:*..。:*..。:*:。..*:。..*:。..*:。..*:。..*:。..
Turtle Who Danced with the Crane
Author: Stan Cullimore
Publisher: Longman
ISBN: 9780582333772
Category : Cranes (Birds)
Languages : en
Pages : 16
Book Description
Part of the Pelican Big Books series, this folk tale from China has a teaching focus on predicting possible endings and on identifying and describing characters. The series has been specifically written for the shared reading part of the literacy hour and supports the genre requirements of the National Literacy Strategy.
Publisher: Longman
ISBN: 9780582333772
Category : Cranes (Birds)
Languages : en
Pages : 16
Book Description
Part of the Pelican Big Books series, this folk tale from China has a teaching focus on predicting possible endings and on identifying and describing characters. The series has been specifically written for the shared reading part of the literacy hour and supports the genre requirements of the National Literacy Strategy.
Japanese Gardens
Author: Seiko Goto
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317411633
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 229
Book Description
The unique beauty of the Japanese garden stems from its spirituality and rich symbolism, yet most discussions on this kind of garden rarely provide more than a superficial overview. This book takes a thorough look at the process of designing a Japanese garden, placing it in a historical and philosophical context. Goto and Naka, both academic experts in Japanese garden history and design, explore: The themes and usage of the Japanese garden Common garden types such as tea and Zen gardens Key maintenance techniques and issues. Featuring beautiful, full-colour images and a glossary of essential Japanese terms, this book will dramatically transform your understanding of the Japanese garden as a cultural treasure.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317411633
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 229
Book Description
The unique beauty of the Japanese garden stems from its spirituality and rich symbolism, yet most discussions on this kind of garden rarely provide more than a superficial overview. This book takes a thorough look at the process of designing a Japanese garden, placing it in a historical and philosophical context. Goto and Naka, both academic experts in Japanese garden history and design, explore: The themes and usage of the Japanese garden Common garden types such as tea and Zen gardens Key maintenance techniques and issues. Featuring beautiful, full-colour images and a glossary of essential Japanese terms, this book will dramatically transform your understanding of the Japanese garden as a cultural treasure.
Biblical natural science: being the explanation of all references in Holy Scripture to geology, botany, zoology, and physical geography
Author: John Duns
Publisher:
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Languages : en
Pages : 716
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Languages : en
Pages : 716
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Ajijaak
Author: Cecelia LaPointe
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780692987902
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Ajijaak is in its home territory meeting other birds, amphibians, and animals along the way to defend the land and water. A factory has polluted the land and ajijaak gathers friends to stop the factory. Ultimately the factory closes and the creek can heal. This is a creative and empowering story for kids of all ages about environmental and healing justice.
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Languages : en
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Book Description
Ajijaak is in its home territory meeting other birds, amphibians, and animals along the way to defend the land and water. A factory has polluted the land and ajijaak gathers friends to stop the factory. Ultimately the factory closes and the creek can heal. This is a creative and empowering story for kids of all ages about environmental and healing justice.