The Ballad of Mulan
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Picture Book · 1998

The Ballad of Mulan

Written by Song Nan Zhang

A young woman disguises herself as a man to fight in her father's place, becoming a legendary warrior.

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32 pages· 634 words· AD730L
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In ancient China, a young woman defies tradition by disguising herself as a man to take her ailing father's place in the army. As she rises to become a celebrated general, her true identity remains a secret. Will her courage and skill be enough to lead her to victory, or will her secret be her undoing? Discover the legendary tale of bravery and honor that continues to inspire generations.

From the publisher

A folk song dating from the Northern Wei dynasty (A.D. 386-534) tells about Mulan disguising herself as a man and taking her father’s place in battle.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
634
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD730L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.7
F&P level
~Q
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
23999
Publication
Published
February 1, 1998
First published
April 1, 1998
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781572270541

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