Folk tales from: Korea--Afghanistan--Indonesia--Thailand-Nepal--Singapore--Sri Lanka This sixth volume--again an independent book in its own right-- presents seven more tales from seven Asian nations designed for the delight of children everywhere. As before, the stories have been selected, retold, and illustrated by writers and artists of the seven nations themselves. The resulting quality of authenticity is noteworthy, giving the real flavor of Asia.
Folktales from: Bangladesh--Cambodia--India--Korea--Laos--Malaysia--Nepal--Philippines--Thailand This fourth volume -- again an independent book in its own right -- represents nine more tales from nine Asian nations designed for the delight of children everywhere. It too will be published not only in Western languages but also in the languages of Asia and will thus play a part in creating a sense of common identity among readers of many lands, in building a basis for a peaceful world in which many richly different cultural traditions can flourish in harmony and understanding.