It's like the kite is part of him—the part that wants to fly. In a riveting novel set in fifteenth-century Korea, two brothers discover a shared passion for kites. Kee-sup can craft a kite unequaled in strength and beauty, but his younger brother, Young-sup, can fly a kite as if he controlled the wind itself. Their combined skills attract the notice of Korea's young king, who chooses Young-sup to fly the royal kite in the New Year kite-flying competition--an honor that is also an awesome responsibility. Although tradition decrees, and the boys' father insists, that the older brother represent the family, both brothers know that this time the family's honor is best left in Young-sup's hands. This touching and suspenseful story, filled with the authentic detail and flavor of traditional Korean kite fighting, brings a remarkable setting vividly to life. This moving historical novel is from Newbery Medalist Linda Sue Park, whose beloved middle grade books include A Single Shard and A Long Walk to Water.
The Kite Fighters
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Author: Park, Linda Sue
Binding: Paperback
ISBN: 9780547328638
Details:
Author: Park, Linda Sue
Brand: Houghton Mifflin
Edition: Reprint
Binding: Paperback
Format: Illustrated
Number Of Pages: 144
Release Date: 07-06-2010
Part Number: FBA-|279924
Package Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.1 x 0.5 inches Languages: English
EAN: 9780547328638
