THE EMPRESS AND THE LEGEND OF FOO FOO English Only: Imperial Version

by Cynthia Sambataro, Paul Sambataro

Overview

The Empress and the Legend of Foo Foo is a blend of history, fantasy and Chinese folklore for Children. Set during the Qing Dynasty the Empress and the Legend of Foo Foo is the first in the Legend of Foo Foo series of 8 books. Lavishly illustrated by Martha Ivette Escobar, the origin of the Foo Dog and the Pekinese are merged to create Foo Foo a creature tasked to assure the truth is alway told and respect for each other and the family that came before the book explores core values we all share in a fanciful way. The Imperial Book is designed to be read in two languages in a clever upside down version the increases an early appreciation of different cultures. Basic words in Mandarin Chinese and English are blended into an interactive series of books. ENGLISH ONLY

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781513667515
Publisher:	Foo Foo Media Empire
Publication date:	09/01/2020
Series:	The Legend of Foo Foo , #8
Pages:	34
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.25(d)
Age Range:	Up to 12 Years

About the Author

Dr. Cynthia is a Clinical Health Psychologist with a narrower focus on pediatric mental health care. Dr. Sambataro has worked with children with disabilities or different abilities and pediatric health disorders. Now semi retired Dr. Sambataro has created the Legend of Foo Foo series the is designed to educate, empower and enchant children and adults alike.

Editorial Reviews

BOOK REVIEW

Reviewed by Lois J Wickstrom for Readers' Favorite

In a magical land where dragons dance inside the palace walls, Empress Cixi declared that a wondrous dog should be born. This dog was to be both mortal and immortal. It should play with balls and with children and protect the royal family. This dog was known as Foo Fu, a name which means good fortune and blessings. Today we call this dog the Pekingese, or sometimes the lion dog because it resembles a tiny lion. This dog of fabled beginnings is now popular outside the palace walls. It plays with children and protects families all over the world. Those of us who get our dogs from the shelter sometimes suspect magical backgrounds for our new family members. The Empress and the Legend of Foo Foo by Drs. Sambataro confirms our suspicions.

Empress Cixi was the most intelligent and most favored wife of the emperor. One of her least famous, but most long-lasting decrees was the order to breed the Pekingese dog. A myth has built up about the birth of this popular dog. This version of the myth of The Empress and the Legend of Foo Foo, by Drs. Sambataro, has been translated and edited by Xiaolei Xie and illustrated by Martha Escobar. My favorite parts are about the naughty lion dog Snowflake, who liked to hide in the snow and tease Princess Peony. This dog could warn the emperor when somebody told him lies. Next time you see the pair of Chinese dog statues, be sure to notice the ball under the paw of the male dog and the puppy under the paw of the female. These statues are of Foo Foo, the legendary dog, both playful and protective. I'm hoping for a sequel about Princess Peony and Snowflake. Young readers will enjoy this well-written, interesting tale.

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