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A Single Shard (Paperback)

by Linda Sue Park (Author)
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  • Paperback: 176 pages
  • Publisher: OUP Oxford (5 Jan 2006)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0192719580
  • ISBN-13: 978-0192719584
  • Product Dimensions: 19.4 x 13 x 1.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 288,311 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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A beautifully crafted story of friendship and loyalty that won the Newbery Medal

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Tree-ear is an orphan in twelfth-century Korea. He lives under a bridge with Crane-man, a homeless widower who has taken him under his wing. Tree-ear hasn't got many prospects, but he is fascinated by master potter, Min, who lives in the nearby village. Secretly watching Min work, Tree-ear longs to be a potter himself. He persuades Min to let him do little jobs, until one day he has the chance to provide a service for him - one that could bring glory to Min and the village and fulfil his own dreams. But there are others seeking glory and many obstacles for a young boy to overcome.

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5.0 out of 5 stars a heart--warming story about ancient Korea, 2 Nov 2004
By Frank Stevens (BELFAST, Northern Ireland United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
"A Single Shard" by Linda Sue Park tells about a homeless boy taught how to survive by a one-legged beggar. By determination and use of his observations the boy inches closer to his dream career; a career which society says is open only to the sons of craftsmen.
The obstacles are immense. But his honesty in repaying a debt with his own physical labour reaps benefits far beyond easing his conscience.
The story starts bleakly but soon captures the reader's attention. The five main characters become mutually interdependent.
This slim story about rural life in 12th century Korea is a great read which leaves the reader wanting more.
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1.0 out of 5 stars I HATE THIS BOOK, 17 Mar 2008
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It was so rush and it had the worst way of having crane-man die. This is among the worst books that i have ever read. It had a lot of information though. I had to read it for school and no one liked it. Do not read this book it is really bad!!!
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