It's like the kite is part of him--the part that wants to fly.
In a riveting novel set in fifteenth-century Korea, two brothers discover a shared passion for kites. Kee-sup can craft a kite unequaled in strength and beauty, but his younger brother, Young-sup, can fly a kite as if he controlled the wind itself.
Their combined skills attract the notice of Korea's young king, who chooses Young-sup to fly the royal kite in the New Year kite-flying competition--an honor that is also an awesome responsibility. Although tradition decrees, and the boys' father insists, that the older brother represent the family, both brothers know that this time the family's honor is best left in Young-sup's hands.
This touching and suspenseful story, filled with the authentic detail and flavor of traditional Korean kite fighting, brings a remarkable setting vividly to life.
This moving historical novel is from Newbery Medalist Linda Sue Park, whose beloved middle grade books include A Single Shard and A Long Walk to Water.
By:
Mrs Linda Sue Park Illustrated by:
Eung Won Park Imprint: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH) Country of Publication: United States Dimensions:
Height: 193mm,
Width: 130mm,
Spine: 13mm
Weight: 109g ISBN:9780547328638 ISBN 10: 054732863X Pages: 136 Publication Date:07 June 2010 Recommended Age: From 10 to 12 years Audience:
Children/juvenile
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English as a second language
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Reviews for The Kite Fighters
With ease and grace, Park brings these long-ago children to life. -- School Library Journal (starred review)
