Peach Heaven
Choi, Yangsook
Hardcover
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Based on the author's childhood in South Korea
The white peaches grown in Puchon are the best in all South Korea, and a rare treat for a little girl who lives in the town. She dreams of a peach orchard where she can play and eat as much of the delicious fruit as she wishes. Then one day, after weeks of heavy downpours, the sky begins to rain peaches. Yangsook finds herself in peach heaven - until she remembers the farmers who have lost their harvest, and decides she must help them.
Paintings with scenes that evoke traditional South Korean landscapes accompany this lovingly told story from the author's childhood.
BOOK EXCERPTS
Full-color pictures throughout; Author's note
BOOK REVIEWS
"The colored-pencil artwork, full-and double-page spread, has an appealing simplicity." -- Booklist
"Yangook's vision of peace and harmony mirrors Choi's personal experiences, and her thoughtful main character embodies the same pensive tone found in the soft brownish-greenish peachy palate, making the whole experience one tasty bite."
-- Kirkus Reviews
"Deftly told and gracefully illustrated, Choi's vibrant and appealing childhood recollection is a memorable tale of a young person making a difference." -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
"Colorful illustrations clearly evoke the tale's setting and the emotions of the characters. Told from Yangsook's point of view, the narrative is sweet and direct." -- School Library Journal
"Choi's vivid recollection of one extraordinary day takes on the timeless feel of a classic tale." -- Publishers Weekly
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MORE BOOK INFO
ISBN: 0374357617
Copyright: 2005
Dewey Decimal: [E]
Library of Congress: 2002032206
Book Publisher: Farrar Straus & Giroux
Language: ENG
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