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Summary: Master Hu, Fu, Wu, Shu and Chu, Who Are They?
Review: Are you looking for a fantasy book that is set in history? The Remarkable Journey of Prince Jen by Lloyd Alexander is it!
The main character is Jen, the young lord prince, he is persistent, sometimes brave, and generous and he likes Voyaging Moon who is valiant flute girl. This story took place in the Kingdom of Tang and it happened long time ago. Jen, the young lord prince, is traveling to Tien-Kuo to learn more about the kingdom. The prince went searching day and night for Voyaging Moon but he failed at finding her, instead, it got him troubles. He was locked and kept in the dark, creepy jail and was forced by Fat Choy to wear a cangue! Jen gave away his 6 gifts to a traveler that past by that needs presents for another purpose. Finally Jen's 6 valuable gifts (a pointy, sharp sword, a light, smooth saddle, a paint box, a well decorated bronze bowl, a wide, big, beautiful kite, and a wooden flute) for Yuan-Ming (the king of Tien-Kuo) were all given away. He was going empty handed to Tien-Kuo.However, something sad and unbelievable just stopped him to go. It made him return to Chang'an (his palace). From this, I learned that you must never give up doing something except when only some other important thing has to be assigned before that. Moreover, you must know nothing before you can learn something, and be empty before you can be filled. I will recommend this book because it has many descriptive sentences like: The reek of old battlefields choked his nostrils. Cries of the wounded and dying filled his ears. Some can grab your attention like: Robbed and terrorized by bandits, they are worse off than ever. What can they possibly do? To find out, read the next chapter. For me this book makes me nervous because at the end of every chapter, it stops at an exciting or interesting and unbelievable spot. It makes you want to read the next chapter. In addition, I hope that you will enjoy reading it as much as I do! To find out what is making Prince Jen going back to Chang'an read this book!
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Summary: A Delightful Fable
Review: How many years has it been since cute symbolic tales were in vogue? A very long time. That is why this book is such a treasure. Not only does Mr. Alexander give us an entertaining story with lovable, quirky characters, but it works in the tradition of a true fable as it tells of true lessons in life. I know this is but a review, but I'd like to take the opportunity to point out one particular lesson I found: Take notice of Jen's gifts. When first selected, everyone was less than impressed and thought them nothing but junk. But as various people experienced in the lines of the various gifts meet them (i.e. Voyaging Moon and the flute), they truly appreciate the gifts as practically priceless.So, yes, ignore my annoying observation, and please consider my recommendation of this book. You will not be disappointed.
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Summary: Yuck
Review: I hated this book. I just hated it. It was extremely boring, and seemed to go on and on with that. The only good thing about it is it has morals to it. But overall, I thought this was one of the worst books ever written.
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Summary: Journey to the North
Review: I have read many books in my life, but my favorite one is The Remarkable Journey of Prince Jen. It is a fantasy written by Lloyd Alexander.
The main character, Young Lord Prince Jen Shao Yeh, is very honest and is willing to help anyone. He does not act as a prince while outside the palace. Instead, he wears a yellow robe and a yellow hat. This book takes place in back in 7th century China, during the T'ang Dynasty. The celestial palace is in the capital, Chang'an where Jen Shao Yeh comes from.
In the beginning, when Jen departs from the celestial palace on a great journey, he brings his servant and army with him. He rides a carriage along the way, carrying a sack of gifts, heading to the kingdom of Tien'Kuo. On his journey, he meets many people, including a painter named Chen Cho, Natha Yellow Scarf, and Master Chu. He parts with some of his group and some of the gifts but finds them back. Jen is informed by his servant that his father, the king, died when they were on the journey and that he was now king of T'ang. He is immediately sent back to the palace. When he does, he finds that an enemy has already taken over the palace. Will Jen be able to recapture his kingdom and rule with his beloved lady?
I would recommend this novel because Lloyd Alexander has used very descriptive words and I can picture what is going on. I would give this book a 5 star rating because it is just one of my favorite books that I have read in my whole entire life! This book is confusing the first time you read it though not the second time. I would especially recommend this book to children in fourth grade and up because the vocabulary skills necessary are quite demanding. This book sure will be a joy to read.
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Summary: Anther great by lloyd alexander
Review: I loved it! One of his best! The witty price jen, the cunning mafoo, the girl behind the scrren voyaging moon, all the mastetrs and so many more are made will enchant all!
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Summary: Eastern Wisdom and a hero's quest done with charm
Review: I loved this book and am buying it for two thoughtful readers. It blends eastern philosphy into a totally enjoyable story of a hero's and a heroine's quest. You can enjoy seeing the ancient wisdom in the book, or ignore it and just enjoy the book. This is a book parents could read with or to their children and it would prompt great discussions. It teaches the values of sharing, love and compassion for others without any preaching. I disliked the comments at the end of each chapter, designed to encourage you to read on, but I understand their value for young readers.
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Summary: A great book to read to your kids
Review: I was read this book when I was a child, and I am still fond of it today. I just bought a hardcover, so I can keep it in my library for when my kids are old enough. Ive read it to kids and few books have the same affect. It's a giant fable with interesting characters and a smooth plot. gripping, Fast paced, and moral driven, its the perfect book to get kids (...). don't be intimidated by its large size the print is large and it goes by fast, don't worry about you OR them losing interest, I'd say you could start them on this book at 7 and even you be interested on how it progresses no matter what age you are. (I still have friends that are 21 reading this book.)
I put this in my Favorite book category
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Summary: Not just for kids.
Review: I'm a best-selling author of both fiction and non-fiction books. Don't even remember how I came upon "The Remarkable Journey of Prince Jen," but I enjoyed it immensely, and it's worth revisiting annually, such as I do other favorites, such as Siddhartha, or Lord of the Rings. This book is most certainly not just for kids. I'm surprised it's not a perennial best-seller. Alexander has shown himself to be a master story-teller in this book, which remains personal, humorous, human, even as it touches on mythic proportions. For young or old, it's a must-read book.
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Summary: LLoyd Alexander is a god among storytellers!!!
Review: If I was stuck on a desert island.. you've probably heard that one before.. However, The Remarkable Journey of Prince Jen is one of my most absolute favorites of LA's books.. Although the chapters are short and set up like a chapter adventure.. you will be hard-pressed to set it down. Prince Jen travels to a mythical kingdom with 6 gifts that he loses along the way to the people he meets on his journey. The lives he touches has a karmic effect and his gifts he 'loses' comes back to him in the end many times over. I devoured each word, eagerly looking forward to finding out what happened next. Although it's geared toward the young adult age, this 30-something found it quite entertaining,and full of insights. Each time I read the book I get something else back. I personally believe that Prince Jen is a book everyone should read and would be great for classroom work by all ages and set up easily for discussion into many areas such as relationship structures, mythic journeys, classic children's fiction, and of course Chinese or Asian History.. This story was based (although a fantasy) on Chinese Myths... Bottom line: Lloyd Alexander is an amazing virtuoso of storytelling and The Remarkable Journey of Prince Jen is another proof of that..
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Summary: LLoyd Alexander is a god among storytellers!!!
Review: If I was stuck on a desert island.. you've probably heard that one before.. However, The Remarkable Journey of Prince Jen is one of my most absolute favorites of LA's books.. Although the chapters are short and set up like a chapter adventure.. you will be hard-pressed to set it down. Prince Jen travels to a mythical kingdom with 6 gifts that he loses along the way to the people he meets on his journey. The lives he touches has a karmic effect and his gifts he 'loses' comes back to him in the end many times over. I devoured each word, eagerly looking forward to finding out what happened next. Although it's geared toward the young adult age, this 30-something found it quite entertaining,and full of insights. Each time I read the book I get something else back. I personally believe that Prince Jen is a book everyone should read and would be great for classroom work by all ages and set up easily for discussion into many areas such as relationship structures, mythic journeys, classic children's fiction, and of course Chinese or Asian History.. This story was based (although a fantasy) on Chinese Myths... Bottom line: Lloyd Alexander is an amazing virtuoso of storytelling and The Remarkable Journey of Prince Jen is another proof of that..
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