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Old Turtle and the Broken Truth
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Old Turtle and the Broken Truth Hardcover - 2003

by Wood, Douglas/ Muth, Jon J. (Illustrator)

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This profoundly moving fable is an inspirational companion to the timeless beauty of "Old Turtle," in which a young girl seeks the wisdom of the ancient Old Turtle to help her people. Full color.

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Scholastic, 2003. Hardcover. New. 1st edition. 64 pages. 10.00x9.25x0.50 inches.
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Details

  • Title Old Turtle and the Broken Truth
  • Author Wood, Douglas/ Muth, Jon J. (Illustrator)
  • Binding Hardcover
  • Edition First Edition
  • Condition New
  • Pages 64
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Scholastic, New York
  • Date 2003
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Dust Cover, Illustrated
  • Bookseller's Inventory # x-0439321093
  • ISBN 9780439321099 / 0439321093
  • Weight 1.15 lbs (0.52 kg)
  • Dimensions 10 x 9.3 x 0.5 in (25.40 x 23.62 x 1.27 cm)
  • Ages 04 to 08 years
  • Grade levels P - 3
  • Reading level 620
  • Library of Congress subjects Truth, Nature - Effect of human beings on
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 2002151460
  • Dewey Decimal Code E

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From the rear cover

Seekers of all ages have been inspired by the stirring message of Old Turtle, the beloved, award-winning wisdom tale of peace. Now Old Turtle returns in a timeless story about love, acceptance, and the nature of truth.

In a time when every

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Citations

  • Booklist, 11/15/2003, Page 604
  • BookPage, 10/01/2003, Page 30
  • Hornbook Guide to Children, 07/01/2003, Page 69
  • Publishers Weekly, 10/27/2003, Page 68
  • School Library Journal, 12/01/2003, Page 162

About the author

Jon J Muth is beloved all over the world for his seven books featuring Stillwater the Panda, whose love and balanced approach to life always serve to make the world a better place for his young friends. Muth's many enchanting picture books include his Caldecott Honor Book Zen Shorts, Addy's Cup of Sugar, Stone Soup, and The Three Questions, which the New York Times Book Review called "quietly life-changing." His books have been translated into more than 23 languages and are cherished by readers of all ages. Muth draws inspiration from his life-long interest in Asian Studies, including tai chi chuan, sumi ink drawing, and chado, "the way of tea." Muth is also renowned in the world of graphic novels. He won an Eisner Award for his paintings in the graphic novel, The Mystery Play by Grant Morrison. He's partnered with Neil Gaiman on The Sandman: The Wake, Walter and Louise Simonson, and Kent Williams on Havoc & Wolverine: Meltdown, J. M. DeMatteis on Moonshadow and Silver Surfer, and with Stanislaw Lem on The Seventh Voyage which was nominated for an Eisner Award for Best Adaptation in Another Medium. He lives in New York State with his wife and their four children.
Douglas Wood touched the hearts of readers everywhere with his first book, Old Turtle, the much-loved inspirational classic. He is the author of more than thirty books, including several New York Times bestsellers. An accomplished songwriter, musician, and wilderness guide, Douglas makes his home in a cabin in the woods in Minnesota. Visit him online at douglaswood.com.