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Vietnamese Children's Favorite Stories

Author : Phuoc Thi Minh Tran

Publisher : Tuttle Publishing

Page : 100 pages

File Size : 15,64 MB

Release : 2015-04-14

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 1462915167

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**Winner of Creative Child Magazine 2015 Book of the Year Award** **Winner of Moonbeam Children's Book Awards 2015 Gold Medal** This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Vietnamese fairy tales and other folk stories--providing insight into a rich literary culture. Vietnamese Children's Favorite Stories is a charming collection of fifteen tales as told by prominent storyteller Tran Thi Minh Phuoc. In it, Tran--Minnesota's first Vietnamese librarian and an active member of the Vietnamese-American community--recounts cherished folktales such as "The Story of Tam and Cam" (the Vietnamese version of Cinderella), "The Jade Rabbit," and "The Legend of the Mai Flower." They make perfect new additions for story time or bedtime reading. With beautiful illustrations by veteran artists Nguyen Thi Hop and Nguyen Dong, children and adults alike will be enchanted by Tran's English retellings. Stories in which integrity, hard work and a kind heart triumph over deception, laziness, and greed--as gods, peasants, kings and fools spring to life in legends of bravery and beauty, and fables about nature. The Children's Favorite Stories series was created to share the folktales and legends most beloved by children in the East with young readers of all backgrounds in the West. Vietnamese Children's Favorite Stories will keep Vietnam's folktales alive for them and the legions of young readers who enjoy multicultural children's books and stories set in faraway lands. Other multicultural children's books in this series include: Asian Children's Favorite Stories, Indian Children's Favorite Stories, Indonesian Children's Favorite Stories, Japanese Children's Favorite Stories, Singapore Children's Favorite Stories, Filipino Favorite Children's Stories, Favorite Children's Stories from China & Tibet, Chinese Children's Favorite Stories, Korean Children's Favorite Stories, Balinese Children's Favorite Stories..



Vietnamese Legends

Author : George F. Schultz

Publisher : Tuttle Publishing

Page : 157 pages

File Size : 15,56 MB

Release : 2004-09-15

Category : Literary Collections

ISBN : 1462911471

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This collection of Vietnamese mythology will be of great interest to cultural scholars as well as people of Vietnamese descent. The history of every country is reflected in its myths and legends and this absorbing collection of thirty-two stories vary from the sweep and grandeur of past battles, to the wit of parables. While a number of Chinese fables have absorbed into the folk-lore of Vietnam, The story of Tam and Cam' is the Vietnamese version of a Chinese Cinderella story. Most of these tales are indigenous to the Vietnamese. But whether imported or Vietnam originals, all of these stories contain an Oriental charm and logic that will intrigue the modern reader. These range from lengthy legend 'Trach Sanh,' to ‘Statesman Ly,' a remarkable comment from the past, illustrating the situation today. Many of these stories reflect the fierce respect Vietnamese hold for honor. Filial and conjugal love, devotion to one's friends, are constant themes characteristic of the Vietnamese people. Particularly noteworthy is the author's success in retaining this atmosphere in translation. These stories vividly portray a Vietnamese way of thinking that make a book of rare appeal to the western reader.



Legends of Vietnam

Author : Nghia M. Vo

Publisher : McFarland

Page : 277 pages

File Size : 35,54 MB

Release : 2014-01-10

Category : Social Science

ISBN : 0786490608

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Legends are a mirror of the culture that creates them, a revealing lens through which to observe society, religion, history, and traditions. This volume explores Vietnamese legends from 1321 to today--tales of gods, spirits, ghosts, giants, extraordinary individuals, heroes, common people, and animals. It explains the mores, thought processes, and religions that formed the genesis of Vietnamese legends, traces the development of legends through time and space, and highlights the historical and social differences between northern and southern legends. Over time, this work shows, Vietnamese legends have evolved from a 14th century means of government propaganda to become a form of news, entertainment, and thought for the masses.



A Taste of Earth, and Other Legends of Vietnam

Author : Nhất Hạnh (Thích.)

Publisher : Parallax Press

Page : 144 pages

File Size : 45,79 MB

Release : 1993

Category : Fiction

ISBN :

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"A Taste of Earth is the retelling of twelve traditional stories. It provides an introduction to the rich mythology of Vietnamese culture.



The Dragon Prince

Author : Thich Nhat Hanh

Publisher : Parallax Press

Page : 186 pages

File Size : 46,59 MB

Release : 2003-08-09

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 1888375744

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The Dragon Prince is a collection of 15 stories and legends from Vietnam retold by Zen master poet and peace activist Thich Nhat Hanh. As in many of his teachings, Nhat Hanh emphasizes themes of cooperation and reconciliation, while providing a rich introduction to the mythical elements of Vietnamese culture. The stories range from creation myths to tales of wars and food and custom myths, all aiming at the notion of "mindfulness," of become aware of what is happening in the moment. Imaginary characters weave through the lives of actual persons and events, blending fiction and non-fiction, magic and fantasy, into the profound realization of the interconnectedness of all beings. The tales highlight the importance of "true seeing" and focuses on transcendence rather than anguish. Above all The Dragon Prince simply contains well-told stories with clear and lyrical writing, once again giving testament to Thich Nhat Hanh's immense skill as a writer. This book is a must for every collection. From the afterword by translator Mobi Warren: "The heroes and heroines of these stories celebrate closeness to the Earth, the importance of assuming personal responsibility for one's conduct, and the possibility of resolving conflict through understanding rather than violence". B/W Illustrations throughout.



The Golden Slipper

Author : Darrell H. Y. Lum

Publisher : Turtleback Books

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 31,5 MB

Release : 1994

Category : Folklore

ISBN : 9780613078818

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A variation on the Cinderella story, in which a kind-hearted young woman meets her prince with the help of animals she has befriended.



Sky Legends of Vietnam

Author : Lynette Dyer Vuong

Publisher : Harpercollins

Page : 103 pages

File Size : 18,11 MB

Release : 1993

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 9780060230012

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Book Description

A collection of traditional Vietnamese legends about the spirits and fairies ranging about the skies over Vietnam and the mortals under their influence exemplifies the universal fascination with the stars.



Toad Is the Uncle of Heaven

Author :

Publisher : Macmillan

Page : 36 pages

File Size : 36,64 MB

Release : 1989-09-15

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 9780805011470

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Toad Is the Uncle of Heaven A Vietnamese Folk TaleAn NCSS-CBC Notable Book in the Field of Social Studies



Vietnam Military Lore

Author : Ray A. Bows

Publisher : Christopher Publishing House

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 18,44 MB

Release : 1997

Category : Military decorations

ISBN : 9780815805274

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My First Book of Vietnamese Words

Author : Phuoc Thi Minh Tran

Publisher : Tuttle Publishing

Page : 32 pages

File Size : 32,92 MB

Release : 2017-08-29

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 1462919464

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**Winner Creative Child Magazine 2018 Book of the Year Award** **2017 Freeman Book Award Honorable Mention for Children's Literature** My First Book of Vietnamese Words is a beautifully illustrated book that introduces Vietnamese language and culture to young children through everyday words. This Vietnamese children's book teaches in a playful way—combining the familiar ABC rhyming structure with vivid illustrations to encourage young children's natural language learning abilities. Words kids use every day in English are joined by words unique to Vietnamese culture to give kids a glimpse of Vietnamese life and to show how, despite cultural differences, children all over the world have a lot in common. Linguistic and cultural notes are added to enhance the kids' adventure in a land that's modern yet filled with beautiful traditions.