A collection of fables about the twelve animals of the Chinese zodiac.

The youngest of three sons must overcome frightening obstacles to win back his mother's heavenly tapestry, stolen by the fairies of Sun Mountain.

Recounts the life of the great explorer who traveled more than thirty thousand miles by land and sea from Italy to China in the thirteenth century, and who was instrumental in opening up the East to Europeans.

Examines the customs, traditions, foods, and lore associated with the celebration of Chinese New Year.

"An illustrated biography of Confucius (551 BCE-479 BCE), the ancient Chinese teacher, politician, thinker, and philosopher known for his popular aphorisms, his emphasis on education and study, and his models of social interaction. Includes a map and author's sources"--Provided by publisher.

A biography of Mahatma Gandhi, the Indian statesman who led his country to freedom from British rule through his policy of nonviolent resistance.

In this traditional Chinese tale, a poor man receives a treasure of gold and discovers the true value of simple pleasures.

"Using research that includes the artifacts in King Tutankhamun's tomb, Demi shares the rich details of the king's life, from ostrich and lion hunts, to the challenges of ruling his Kingdom."--Amazon.com.

"Florence Nightingale revolutionized the world of medicine by emphasizing cleanliness, food that was hot and nutritious, and organization in hospitals. What began as an attempt to make army hospitals safer and more effective became a lifelong mission, and remains relevant today. This new picture book biography of Florence Nightingale, from celebrated author and artist Demi, beautifully portrays the story of Florence's life and explores the long-lasting...