The Journey to the West Birth of the Monkey King, Paperback/Kathryn Lin

Generations of Chinese children have grown up with the Monkey King, a curious monkey full of mischief and magical power. Everyone who meets the Monkey King ends up with a big headache. He destroys the Dragon King's Palace, eats all the magical peaches, and he even challenges Buddha from the West. He constantly thumbs his nose at authority. Join the Monkey King in his adventures to through this charmingly illustrated storybook told in rhyme and learn a few Chinese characters along the way. About the Author: Kathryn Lin grew up in a hamlet outside of New York City. From a young age she has watched Chinese martial arts dramas, which transported her to a mythical world. Not only did she gain an appreciation for flying kung-fu kicks, she grew to love ancient Chinese culture. She is currently a student at Bowdoin College where she continues to share her interest in Chinese culture.