Sign of the Chrysanthemum

Paterson, Katherine

ISBN 10 : 0812470826 ISBN 13 : 9780812470826

Editeur : Perfection Learning, 1988

Synopsis

Here is the story of Muna, an illegitimate Japanese boy, who searches for his unknown father--a samurai warrior with a chrysanthemum tattoo on his arm--during the 12th-century wars between the Genki and Heike clans. The first novel by a Newbery Medal winner, published in 1973. Illustrated.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Muna has never known his father -- a samurai, a noble warrior. But Muna's mother has told Muna how he will know him one day: by the sign of the chrysanthemum. When his mother dies, Muna travels to the capital of twelfth-century Japan, a bewildering city on the verge of revolution. He finds a haven there, as servant to the great swordsmith, Fukuji. But Muna cannot forget his dream: He must find his father. Only then will he have power and a name to be reckoned with. Only then will he become a man.

Biographie de l'auteur

Katherine Paterson is one of the world’s most celebrated and beloved authors. Among her many awards are two Newberys and two National Book Awards, and she was recently named a "Living Legend” by the Library of Congress. She has been published in more than 22 languages in a variety of formats, from picture books to historical novels.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Perfection Learning
• Date d'édition: 1988
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0812470826
• ISBN 13: 9780812470826
• Reliure: Belle reliure
• Illustrateur: Landa Peter
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible