Sign of the Chrysanthemum (Harper Trophy Book)
Here is the story of Muna, an illegitimate Japanese boy, who searches for his unknown father--a samurai warrior with a chrysanthemum tattoo on his arm--during the 12th-century wars between the Genki and Heike clans. The first novel by a Newbery Medal winner, published in 1973. Illustrated.
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About the Author:
Katherine Paterson is one of the world's most renowned children's book authors. Ms. Paterson has received the National Book Award twice and has won the Newbery Medal for both Bridge to Terabithia and Jacob Have I Loved. She is also the author of two other I Can Read Books featuring Marvin, The Smallest Cow in the World and Marvin's Best Christmas Present Ever. Ms. Paterson lives in Barre, Vermont.
From Publishers Weekly:
In the Newbery Medalist's first book, Muna searches for his father, a samurai warrior, in 12th century Japan. Ages 8-12.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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- PublisherPerfection Learning
- Publication date1988
- ISBN 10 0812470826
- ISBN 13 9780812470826
- BindingLibrary Binding
- IllustratorPeter Landa
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