The Story of Wali Dad
A lesson in generosity is provided in this story about Wali Dad of India, a simple man who spends his surplus earnings on a gift for someone else, only to find his thoughtful action reciprocated
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Adapted from Lang's Brown Fairy Book , this tale is a parable of the ways in which one generous act begets another. Its central figure is Wali Dad, a humble man living in India. Even the little he earns exceeds his needs, so he buys a beautiful bracelet and has it sent to a princess renowned for her kindness. Greatly touched, the princess sends Wali Dad some fine silks, which he in turn passes on to a noble prince. The prince responds with a gift of horses, which Wali Dad immediately consigns to the princess; and so on. In the end, Wali Dad receives the satisfaction of bringing the prince and princess together in marriage and of seeing his initial gift still cherishedrich rewards indeed. Rodanas has created brilliant tableaux for this pleasing tale. With vivid royal colors and a profusion of patterns (marketplace wares, elegant silks and jewel-bedecked menageries) she evokes the opulence and pageantry of imperial India. Quieter scenes aptly mirror Wali Dad's continued satisfaction with a humble life. Ages 5-8.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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- PublisherWilliam Morrow & Co
- Publication date1988
- ISBN 10 0688072631
- ISBN 13 9780688072636
- BindingLibrary Binding
- Edition number1
- Number of pages32
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