The Weaving of a Dream: A Chinese Folktale (Picture Puffins)

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Summary: Unforgettable.
Review: Like angelinetwi, I read this book as a small child, and it has stayed in the back of my mind since. I'm twenty-five and the book had just been published when I came across it at ~ ten. It will really inspire those of Chinese heritage, intrigue those who are new to Chinese culture, and simply mesmerise anyone who loves fantastic artwork.

Now that I make illustrations of my own, I can't help thinking that this book was a subconscious inspiration for many a drawing!

I agree with other readers that Ms Heyer's prose does not let down her pictures. Wonderful, wonderful book.

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Summary: A Story to be remembered
Review: Ok when I first read this book I was 9 years old and after the first time I found it my local library I was never able to find it again because I forgot the title and the author but I never forgot the story or the beautiful artwork. Now that I'm 19 and there's now the internet to use, I'm happy to have found this book again! I've been looking for this book for 10 years, it is worth the search and will be memorable to any child who reads it. ^_^V

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Summary: Very beautiful book, but would suggest higher reading level
Review: The illustrations are absolutely superb, however a couple of them are of a slightly 'dark' nature and might frighten very young children. My 8 year old enjoyed the enchanting story and majestic illustrations - I bought this for my young niece though and am now wondering if she will like it as much.

Rating:
Summary: Very beautiful book, but would suggest higher reading level
Review: The illustrations are absolutely superb, however a couple of them are of a slightly 'dark' nature and might frighten very young children. My 8 year old enjoyed the enchanting story and majestic illustrations - I bought this for my young niece though and am now wondering if she will like it as much.

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Summary: Great Folktale
Review: This book has great illustrations and a great storyline. I read it to my children now and suggest it to anyone who loves chinese folktales and art.