The Shade Tree -- Suzy Lee, Hardcover

From Hans Christian Andersen award winner Suzy Lee comes an inventive retelling of a Korean folk tale about a young traveler who outwits a rich, selfish man to ensure that villagers will always be able to rest in the shade of a magnificent tree.

"A gorgeous fable celebrating generosity and wit."--Kirkus, STARRED review

Villagers like to come to rest and cool down in the shade of a huge, old tree. But when a young traveler decides to join them one day, a rich man on whose land the tree stands demands they leave because he owns the tree and therefore its shade. Thinking fast, the traveler strikes a deal: one that will enable him to outsmart the rich man--and ensure that the villagers will always have access to the shade tree's shade, wherever it may fall.

With simple, elegant illustrations, The Shade Tree is a striking story about one person's quest to combat greed for the greater good.

An Aldana Libros Book, Greystone Kids

Author: Suzy Lee
Publisher: Greystone Kids
Published: 08/22/2023
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.44lbs
Size: 9.84h x 7.17w x 0.47d
ISBN: 9781778400186
Audience: Ages 9-12

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 08/01/2023