Of Nightingales that Weep
by Katherine Paterson
- Used
- good
- Paperback
- Condition
- Good
- Seller
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Wellington, Greater Wellington, New Zealand
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Synopsis
Of Nightingales That Weep is a 1974 work of children's literature written by U.S. novelist Katherine Paterson. Set in medieval Japan, the novel tells the story of Takiko, the 11-year-old daughter of a slain samurai warrior. Takiko’s mother remarries Goro, a gentle but unattractive potter, whom Takiko loathes. When she matures into adulthood, Takiko is able to find employment in the court of the Japanese emperor. Eventually, she returns home and is able to reconcile her feelings towards Goro.
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- Bookseller
- Book Haven (NZ)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 1512788
- Title
- Of Nightingales that Weep
- Author
- Katherine Paterson
- Book Condition
- Used - Good
- Binding
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Avon 1980 Paperback
- Pages
- 160
- Keywords
- Fiction, Childrens
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