Real Reads: Journey to the West

The classic Chinese story better known as Monkey, in a captivating retelling for younger readers. When a magical monkey appears in Ancient China, he creates chaos wherever he goes. The only way to put his tricks and talents to good use is to make him protector of Xuanzang, a young and handsome monk who is travelling from China to India in search of precious scriptures. Can Monkey and his fellow disciples, Piggy and Sandy, protect Xuanzang from monsters and demons who think they can live forever just by taking a bite out of his flesh? Do they have the courage to conquer the demons who lurk around them – as well as those in their own hearts? A wonderfully vivid and funny retelling of this classic tale of adventure, told in easy-read text, clear notes and vibrant colour pictures.

Product Details

Format

Paperback

ISBN

9781906230340

Publisher

Real Reads

Date published

June 10th, 2011

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