Tigers, Frogs, and Rice Cakes: A Book of Korean Proverbs (English and Korean Edition) - Hardcover

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9781885008107: Tigers, Frogs, and Rice Cakes: A Book of Korean Proverbs (English and Korean Edition)

Synopsis

A collection of traditional Korean proverbs followed by brief explanations of their meanings and comparison with any English equivalents.

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About the Author

Daniel D. Holt is an educator by profession, and a scholar on Korea as well. He is not only a master of the Korean language, but has a keen sense of understanding of the Korean culture. His strong interest in Korea caused him to participate in this book project. He lives in Sacramento, California.

Soma Han Stickler studied art from a foremost Korean sculptor and at the California College of Arts and Crafts. Her works can be viewed in the permanent archives of both the National Museum of Women in the Arts and the Very Special Arts Gallery in Washington, DC. This is her first children's book. She lives in Royal Oaks, California with her husband, John.

Reviews

Grade 2-4Each of these 20 folk sayings or adages is given in English and Korean, and includes a phonetic pronunciation or romanization. Some of the proverbs are clear and straightforward, such as Love must be given before it can be received. Others, such as Seven falls, eight rises and Licking the outside of a watermelon, are more obscure and difficult to understand. However, an informative appendix explains the proverbs in further detail and groups them into categories: Character, Cooperation and Accomplishment, and Eating. The flat, static watercolor illustrations occasionally add clarification and insight. The layout is clear, with attractive borders surrounding each proverb and illustration. An additional purchase.DeAnn Tabuchi, San Anselmo Public Library, CA
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