Status
Available
Call number
Call number
PB Pat
Local notes
PB Pat
Collection
Genres
Publication
Avon Books (1981)
Description
A thirteen-year-old boy describes the poverty and discontent of eighteenth century Osaka and the world of puppeteers in which he lives.
Awards
National Book Award (Finalist — 1982)
Edgar Award (Nominee — Juvenile — 1977)
Sequoyah Book Award (Nominee — Children's — 1979)
IBBY Honour Book (1996)
Language
Physical description
7.5 inches
User reviews
LibraryThing member cjoymr
An interesting introduction to medieval Japan. I'd love for this book to have more historical background as to the time period it takes place during, but I love the story. A good book for a teen (some pre-teens) who is interested in the culture of Japan
LibraryThing member Cheryl_in_CC_NV
Historical fiction for those who don't think they'd like the genre. I really should reread Paterson's Japanese juveniles - they made such an impression on me when I was in teacher-training.