Status
Available
Call number
Publication
HarperTeen (1989), Edition: Illustrated, 179 pages
Description
A thirteen-year-old boy describes the poverty and discontent of eighteenth century Osaka and the world of puppeteers in which he lives.
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.
Awards
National Book Award (Finalist — 1982)
Edgar Award (Nominee — Juvenile — 1977)
Sequoyah Book Award (Nominee — Children's — 1979)
IBBY Honour Book (1996)
Language
Original language
English
Physical description
179 p.; 7.63 inches
ISBN
0064402819 / 9780064402811
Other editions
The Master Puppeteer by Katherine Paterson (Paperback)