FA MULAN: The Story
of a Woman Warrior
by Robert D. San Souci
Illustrated by Jean & Mou-Sien Tseng
Hyperion Paperback for Children, June 2007
[ages 5-9] paperback
ISBN-13: 978-078681421-3
ISBN-10: 078681421-7
Picture Book.
8 1/2 x 11
32 pages
LC: 97-19291
$6.99 US / $9.99 CAN
When the Khan enlists soldiers from each family to fight the invading Tartars, Fa Mulan's family is worried: they have no young sons to offer. Yet, if someone does not join the army, the family will be dishonored. Mulan tells her parents that she will disguise herself as a man and join the troops. Reluctantly, they agree. This retelling of the well-known Chinese legend (c. 5th or 6th century) is an inspiring tale about a hero who is courageous, selfless, and, above all, extremely wise.
A San Francisco Chronicle best-seller.
Robert D. San Souci and Jean and Mou-Sien Tseng have written and illustrated many classic children's books, and have earned awards including the Caldecott Honors, Coretta Scott King Honors, and ALA notable book distinctions.
To learn how the book became a movie, read Linasia's exclusive interview with Robert D. San Souci.
And be sure to visit Linasia's MULAN SupaFanPage.
The animated Disney's movie MULAN was based on this story by Robert D. San Souci.
