“Foxes were dreaded animals. They were not large or fierce, like the bears and tigers that roamed the mountains, but they were known to be fiendishly clever. some people even believed that foxes possessed evil magic. It was said that a fox could lure a man to his doom, tricking him into coming to its den, where somehow he would be fed to its offspring. "Even to say the word made a trickle of fear run down Tree-Ear's spine... "'So it was dusk, and I was still a good distance away. Suddenly, a fox appeared before me. It stopped there, right in the middle of the path, grinning with all its teeth shining white, licking its lips, its eyes glowing, its broad tail swishing back and forth slowly, back and forth-' "'Enough!' Tree-Ear's eyes were wide with horror. 'What happened?' "Crane-man picked up the last morsel of rice with his chopsticks and popped it into his mouth. 'Nothing,' he said. 'I have come to believe that foxes could not possibly be as clever as we think them. There I was, close enough to touch one, with a bad leg as well - and here I still am today.”
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Work
This novel follows the life of a young Korean orphan named Tree-ear, who becomes an apprentice to a master potter. Set in the 13th century, the story explores themes of resilience, artistry, and the search for identity amidst a backdrop of political intrigue and social hierarchy. more
Author
Linda Sue Park is a Korean-American author renowned for her children's literature. Her works are celebrated for their deep cultural insights and focus on universal human emotions. Park's works include 'Dear Mr. Hatcher' and the 'Magic Tree House' series, which have won numerous awards and have gained the love of readers worldwide. more
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