The Hungry Coat: A Tale from Turkey
Demi
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars
4.17
· 6 ratings · 40 pages · Published: 18 May 2004
A friend to all, Nasrettin is a popular figure. But when he is suddenly ignored at a friend's banquet, he realizes it is his patchwork coat that is turning people away from him. He leaves the party and returns later, wearing a brand-new coat. Now Nasrettin is warmly welcomed. But instead of eating the delicious foods placed before him, he feeds them to his coat!
How Nasrettin Hoca teaches his friends a lesson about appearances is the heart of this hilarious and clever story. With good humor and luminous illustrations inspired by traditional Turkish paintings, Demi brings to life Turkey's most famous folk hero and imparts a timeless tale with a moral that will resonate with readers everywhere.
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- turkey 3
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- ancient civilization 2
- historical 2
- historical fiction 2
- children 2
- protagonists of colour 2
- fairy tales 2
- on the move 2
- islam 1
- funny 1
- retellings 1
- action / adventure 1
- spirituality 1
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