The Princess and the Warrior: A Tale of Two Volcanoes Contributor(s): Tonatiuh, Duncan (Author) |
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ISBN: 1419721305 ISBN-13: 9781419721304 Publisher: Harry N. Abrams OUR PRICE: $17.09 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: September 2016 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Legends, Myths, Fables - Caribbean & Latin American - Juvenile Fiction | Royalty - Juvenile Fiction | People & Places - Mexico |
Dewey: E |
LCCN: 2015051082 |
Lexile Measure: 770 |
Physical Information: 0.4" H x 11.3" W x 9.2" (1.10 lbs) 40 pages |
Themes: - Cultural Region - Mexican - Ethnic Orientation - Chicano - Ethnic Orientation - Native American |
Accelerated Reader Info |
Quiz #: 183706 Reading Level: 4.3 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Award-winning creator Duncan Tonatiuh brings a cherished Mexican legend to life A Pura Belpr Illustrator Honor Book and ALA/ALSC Notable Children's Book Izta was the most beautiful princess in the land, and suitors traveled from far and wide to woo her. Even though she was the daughter of the emperor, Izta had no desire to marry a man of wealth and power. Instead, she fell in love with Popoca, a brave warrior who fought in her father's army--and a man who did not offer her riches but a promise to stay by her side forever. The emperor did not want his daughter to marry a mere warrior, but he recognized Popoca's bravery. He offered Popoca a deal: If the warrior could defeat their enemy, Jaguar Claw, then the emperor would permit Popoca and Izta to wed. But Jaguar Claw had a plan to thwart the warrior. Would all be lost? Today two majestic volcanoes--Popocat petl and Iztacc huatl--stand overlooking Mexico City. They have been admired and revered for countless generations, and have formed the basis of many origin and creation myths. In The Princess and the Warrior, award-winning author and illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh retells one of Mexico's cherished legends. |
Contributor Bio(s): Tonatiuh, Duncan: - Duncan Tonatiuh was born in Mexico City and grew up in San Miguel de Allende. His books have received many awards over the years. He currently lives in San Miguel with his wife and children but travels to the US often. |