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The King's Chessboard

David Birch Devis Grebu

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English
Puffin
01 July 1993
"""Masterfully told.""-School Library Journal

A great story for children learning mathematical concepts,The King's Chessboardtells the story of a wise man who refuses the king's reward for completing a favor. When the king insists the man accept a reward, the man proposes a deal- He will take a payment of rice equal to each square on the king's chessboard-doubling the amount he receives with each day. This quickly empties out the royal coffers. . . .

A Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies and Outstanding Science Trade Book for Children"

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Illustrated by:   Devis Grebu
Imprint:   Puffin
Country of Publication:   Australia
Dimensions:   Height: 267mm,  Width: 214mm,  Spine: 3mm
Weight:   136g
ISBN:   9780140548808
ISBN 10:   0140548807
Pages:   32
Publication Date:  
Recommended Age:   From 0 to 3 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  English as a second language
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

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