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48 pp.
| Scholastic/Levine |
September, 2002 |
TradeISBN 0-439-13957-0$$15.95
(2)
4-6
Illustrated by
Frederic Clement.
With an economy of words, Freedman's text skillfully imparts the few known facts about the philosopher's life. The main emphasis is on his teachings, quoted from The Analects of Confucius and related in wise, often witty, vignettes. Illustrated with Asian-themed art, the volume concludes with an account of Freedman's experiences doing research in China and a note on sources. Bib.
Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
January, 2003