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The barefoot book of monsters!

Parnell, Fran. (Author). Fatus, Sophie. (Added Author).

A collection of six folktales that introduce children to monsters from all over the world.

Book  - 2003

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  • ISBN: 1841481785
  • Physical Description 64 pages : color illustrations
  • Publisher Cambridge : Barefoot Books, 2003.

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Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references (page 64).
Formatted Contents Note:
The terrible Chenoo (Micmac/Passamaquoddy -- North American) -- The monster of the whirlwind (Aborigine -- Australian) -- The abominable snowman (Nepalese) -- The girl with no fear (Bantu -- South African) -- Rona Long-Teeth (Tahitian) -- The feathered ogre (Italian).
Immediate Source of Acquisition Note:
LSC 29.95

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The Barefoot Book of Monsters!
The Barefoot Book of Monsters!
by Parnell, Fran; Fatus, Sophie (Illustrator)
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The Barefoot Book of Monsters!


Inspired by folktales around the world, from the mountains of Nepal to the plains of North America, The Barefoot Book of Monsters! tells the lesser known tales of misunderstood monsters, gentle giants, lonely ogres and hungry water creatures. Masterfully written by Fran Parnell and illustrated with Sophie Fatus' quirky charm, The Barefoot Book of Monsters! is essential reading for any child who wants the thrill of meeting some of the world's outlandish creatures.