 Long ago in ancient China, respectful and hardworking Tuan longed for a wife. However, the matchmaker’s suggestions were all unsuitable, either because of clashing zodiac symbols or unsimilar backgrounds. One evening, Tuan discovered a large snail. He took pity on it and took it home. The next night, when he returned home from working in his field, a delicious dinner was waiting for him. This happened night after night. Tuan learned that the mystery cook was White Wave, who was sent by the Lord of Heaven to look after him until he married. The mixed media, textured illustrations in an earthy muted palette are enchanting. Chinese calligraphy appears above certain animals and objects in the story. A note on Chinese calligraphy completes this picture book, which is based on a Chinese folktale that proposes that hard work will result in good fortune. mjw |
| Title: The Dinner That Cooked Itself Author: J.C. Hsyu Illustrator: Kenard Pak Publisher: Flying Eye Books, an imprint of Nobrow Ltd., London Copyright: 2104 Original Language: English ISBN: 978-1-909263-41-3 Hardcover pages: 32 Age range: 5-7 Genre: Picture book Book setting: Ancient China Author’s ethnicity: Taiwan born Author’s residence: San Francisco, California Illustrator’s residence: San Francisco, California Subjects: Calligraphy, China, Chinese characters, Chinese zodiac, Folklore, Kindness, Snails, Tales |
The Dinner That Cooked Itself
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