Ling Cho and his Three Friends

Pacilio, V. J.

ISBN 10: 0374345457 / ISBN 13: 9780374345457

Published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR), 2000

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Ling Cho and his Three Friends
• Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
• Publication Date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0374345457
• ISBN 13: 9780374345457
• Binding: hardcover
• Illustrator: Cook, Scott
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

A tale of wisdom, ebulliently illustrated

Long concerned for the three poor neighboring farmers who refuse to accept charity, the prosperous Ling Cho decides to ask their help in selling some of his wheat. They gladly agree and depart for the marketplace with one wagonload each. When the time comes for them to bring Ling Cho his portion of their earnings, none of the farmers has anything for him but a story. Ling Cho listens to each neighbor's excuse and then demonstrates wisdom in his response that will remain with readers long after the book is closed. His message: that true friends allow themselves to be helped. Carefully rhymed couplets and golden, animated paintings make this story both funny and deeply meaningful.

About the Author

V. J. Pacilio lives in Wilmette, Illinois. This is his first book.

Scott Cook has illustrated many books, including Nancy Van Laan's With a Whoop and a Holler. He lives on Cape Cod.