A Chinese Wonder Book Large Print

by Norman Hinsdale Pitman

"That would do no good," counselled the other, "for they would be sure to come out best in the end.

A Chinese Wonder Book Large Print

Author: Norman Hinsdale Pitman

Publisher: Independently Published

ISBN: 9781798560341

Page: 148

View: 950

"That would do no good," counselled the other, "for they would be sure to come out best in the end. We want the beetle back--that's the main thing. We'll leave revenge to human beings; it is none of our business.""What do you suggest?" said Blackfoot. "I am with you through thick and thin.""Let's go to the Chu house and make off with the beetle."

A Chinese Wonder

by Norman Hinsdale Pitman

The aim of our publishing program is to facilitate rapid access to this vast reservoir of literature, and our view is that this is a significant literary work, which deserves to be brought back into print after many decades.

A Chinese Wonder

Author: Norman Hinsdale Pitman

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

ISBN: 9781724605306

Page: 154

View: 544

A Chinese Wonder: Large Print by Norman Hinsdale Pitman she and her husband are now enjoying the feasts that belong to us." "Let's claw them," growled Blackfoot, gnashing his teeth. "That would do no good," counselled the other, "for they would be sure to come out best in the end. We want the beetle back--that's the main thing. We'll leave revenge to human beings; it is none of our business." "What do you suggest?" said Blackfoot. "I am with you through thick and thin." "Let's go to the Chu house and make off with the beetle." "Alas, that I am not a cat!" moaned Blackfoot. "If we go there I couldn't get inside, for robbers always keep their gates well locked. If I were like you I could scale the wall. It is the first time in all my life I ever envied a cat." "We will go together," continued Whitehead. "I will ride on your back when we are fording the river, and you can protect me from strange animals. When we get to the Chu house, I will climb over the wall and manage the rest of the business myself. Only you must wait out We are delighted to publish this classic book as part of our extensive Classic Library collection. Many of the books in our collection have been out of print for decades, and therefore have not been accessible to the general public. The aim of our publishing program is to facilitate rapid access to this vast reservoir of literature, and our view is that this is a significant literary work, which deserves to be brought back into print after many decades. The contents of the vast majority of titles in the Classic Library have been scanned from the original works. To ensure a high quality product, each title has been meticulously hand curated by our staff. Our philosophy has been guided by a desire to provide the reader with a book that is as close as possible to ownership of the original work. We hope that you will enjoy this wonderful classic work, and that for you it becomes an enriching experience.

Chinese Wonder Book

by Jean Elizabeth Ward

But alas! according to a Chinese proverb, pride invites sorrow. The little family
became so proud of their good fortune that they began to ask friends and
relatives to dinner that they might show off their good meals. One day a Mr. and
Mrs. Chu ...

Chinese Wonder Book

Author: Jean Elizabeth Ward

Publisher: Lulu.com

ISBN: 0557001919

Page: 149

View: 350

This book by Norman Hinsdale Pitmanwas originally a book of Chinese Stories, last published in 1919: Illustrations areby Li Chu-T'ang. The Golden Beetle, The Great Bell, The Strange Tale of Dr. Dog, How Footbinding Started, The Talking Fish, Bamboo and the Turtle, The Mad Goose and the Tiger Forest, The Nodding Tiger, The Princess Kwan-yin, The Two Jugglers, The Phantom Vessel. In the revised edition Jean Elizabeth Ward has added a chapter of Poems in Alphabetized Order, with Homage being paid to such Poets as Li Qi, Han Yu, Li Bai, Du Fu, Li He, Qiwu Q ian, Wen Tingyun, Li Qingzhao, Po Chu-I, Liu Changqing, Wang Wei, Liu Jixu, Juan Chi, Cen Can, Zhang Ji.

Wonder Book of China

by Elena N. Grand

Chinese folktales bring to us the breath of the life of the Chinese people, paint its difficult past and show how rich and inexhaustible the ancient Chinese folklore.Who This Book is ForIf you want to immerse yourself in the unforgettable ...

Wonder Book of China

Author: Elena N. Grand

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

ISBN: 9781548250355

Page: 262

View: 889

Wonder Book of China: Chinese folklore is a unique book that contains vintage rare Chinese stories that you will not find anywhere else. What's Inside Book contains of 15 Chinese folktales: The Golden Beetle or Why the Dog Hates the Cat The Great Bell The Strange Tale of Doctor Dog How Footbinding Started The Talking Fish Bamboo and the Turtle The Mad Goose and the Tiger Forest The Nodding Tiger The Princess Kwan-Yin The Two Jugglers The Phantom Vessel The Wooden Tablet The Golden Nugget The Man Who Would Not Scold Lu-San Daughter of Heaven. The greatest place in the Chinese folktales repertoire and, accordingly, in this collection are magical fairy tales. They fall into separate cycles: narratives about the bride's abduction and about getting her out of a different world, about marrying a wonderful wife and telling tales of how the unfortunate hero takes precedence over evil relatives. Chinese folktales bring to us the breath of the life of the Chinese people, paint its difficult past and show how rich and inexhaustible the ancient Chinese folklore. Who This Book is For If you want to immerse yourself in the unforgettable impressions of Chinese culture, enjoy the magic of Chinese folktales, Wonder Book of China: Chinese folktales is for you!

The Seventy Wonders of China

by Jonathan Fenby

The Seventy Wonders of China

Author: Jonathan Fenby

Publisher:

ISBN:

Page: 304

View: 854

A detailed overview of China's contributions to the natural, artistic, and technological worlds features writings by a range of academic experts and pays tribute to such innovations as the compass, gunpowder, and printing, in a visual guide that documents both famous and lesser-known attributes. 12,000 first printing.

Encyclopaedia of Books on China

by Arthur Probsthain

Wien , 1924 88 3538 Giles ( H . A . ) Gems of Chinese Literature , Second
Enlarged Edition , 8vo , 2 vols , half cloth . 1923 Vol . ... 1924 78 60 3554 - A
Chinese Wonder Book : Fairy Tales of China Retold , oblong 8vo , pp . 219 , with
12 fine ...

Encyclopaedia of Books on China

Author: Arthur Probsthain

Publisher:

ISBN:

Page: 289

View: 776

Folklore

by Wonder Kids Publications Staff

"The most comprehensive collection of children's stories about Chinese culture, customs, philosophy, values, history, literature.

Folklore

Author: Wonder Kids Publications Staff

Publisher:

ISBN: 9781561621200

Page: 28

View: 248

"The most comprehensive collection of children's stories about Chinese culture, customs, philosophy, values, history, literature..."--World Journal. Fashioned together in myths, legends, folktale, fairy tales, fables, & short stories, 200 stories for children are packed with action, magic, love & moral teachings. Recommended for ESL & ages 8-12 reading to promote multi-cultural education & global awareness. Following each short story, a "parental guide" presents supplemental information to further clarify moral messages & cultural meaning. 20 titles of subjects include: Folklore, Tales about Plants, Animal Tales, Fables, Idioms, Festivals, Tales about Food, Inventions, 12 Beasts & the Years, Fairy Tales, Filial Piety, Wonder Kids, Mythology, Literature, Popular Narratives, Heroes, Historical Accounts, Chinese Sites, & Taiwanese Sites. Please refer to the individual subject listing in (Children's) Books in Print for a description of each title of subject in the collection.

The China Christian Year Book

by

Chinese Art , Outlines of – John | Love Letters of a Chinese LadyCaldwin
Ferguson , University Elizabeth Cooper , F . N . Foulis ... Chinese Wonder Book ,
A - Norman Hinsdale Pitman , J . M . Dent Studies in the Chinese Drama& Sons ,
Ltd .

The China Christian Year Book

Author:

Publisher:

ISBN:

Page:

View: 319

Elementary English

by

China in Children's Books MARION EWING Children's Librarian , Cleveland
Public Library Cleveland , Ohio T HERE are no civilized people in the ... A
Chinese Wonder Book , by Pitman , is The age at which to begin the estab a
collection ...

Elementary English

Author:

Publisher:

ISBN:

Page:

View: 799

Millard s Review of the Far East

by

approved the plan and had the bell installed in the belltower . “ The Chinese
Wonder Book , ” is well illustrated with twelve fine colored plates from the famous
Chinese artist , Li Chu - t'ang . Some of the illustrations show “ Honeysuckle
clinging ...

Millard s Review of the Far East

Author:

Publisher:

ISBN:

Page:

View: 250

China Monthly Review

by

The Chinese Wonder Book , ” is well illustrated with twelve fine colored plates
from the famous Chinese artist , Li Chu - t'ang . Some of the illustrations show “
Honeysuckle clinging to the animal's shaggy hair , " seen in the story " The
Strange ...

China Monthly Review

Author:

Publisher:

ISBN:

Page:

View: 363

Vol. 37 includes "Special number on extraterritoriality", issued June 19, 1926.

The China Monthly Review

by

... DRAGON LURE By N. H. Pitman " HANDBOOK FOR Author of “ Chinese Fairy
Stories , " “ Chinese Wonder Book , ” etc. ... deals with the Extremely Valuable for
Anyone problems confronting the Chinese Interested in China returned student .

The China Monthly Review

Author:

Publisher:

ISBN:

Page:

View: 877

China Monthly Review

by Thomas Franklin Fairfax Millard

It is easy to say that the book contains twelve of the finest reproductions of
paintings of Li Chu - t'ang . They are wonderful in their simplicity and colorings .
M. C. P. New Books and Publications The Chinese Wonder Book Fairy Tales of
China ...

China Monthly Review

Author: Thomas Franklin Fairfax Millard

Publisher:

ISBN:

Page:

View: 764

Vol. 34 includes "Special tariff conference issue" Nov. 6, 1925.

The Educational Directory and Year Book of China

by

A Reference Book for All Interested in Western Education in China. Philomene (
Rev . ... Pierce ( Miss ) , Thirza M . , M . A . , Illinois , Assistant Mistress , Public
School for Chinese , 35 , Elgin Raad , Shanghai . ... A Chinese Wonder Book , ”
etc .

The Educational Directory and Year Book of China

Author:

Publisher:

ISBN:

Page:

View: 568