The Legend of Chang'e

By Ling Lee, Eric Lee, Rachel Foo (Illustrator)

Discover how a mortal became the Moon Goddess, leaving her love behind.

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32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

In a tale of love and sacrifice, Chang’e and Hou Yi face a destiny that separates them forever. Hou Yi, an archer, saves the world, but Chang’e ascends to the moon, becoming a goddess. As the Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, their story unfolds, revealing the mystery of their eternal bond and the festival's origins. Will Hou Yi ever reunite with Chang’e, or is their love destined to remain a celestial legend? This enchanting retelling, with its bilingual narrative and vivid illustrations, invites young readers to explore the magic of Chinese mythology.

From the publisher

Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival and Chinese culture through this classic tale - one of the most popular ones in Chinese mythology.Chang’e and her husband, an archer named Hou Yi, were just ordinary mortals, until one day, Hou Yi saved the Earth from disaster. But how did Chang’e become the immortal Moon Goddess while Hou Yi remained alone on Earth…and what does their story have to do with celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival?In this retelling of a classic Chinese myth, the delightfully written bilingual storyline and vivid illustrations will capture the hearts of all young readers.

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