{"product_id":"tales-of-polynesia","title":"Tales Of Polynesia","description":"\u003cb\u003eExplore the enchanting world of Polynesian folklore in this beautifully illustrated collection of traditional stories.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A woman falls in love with the king of the sharks. Two powerful sorcerers compete in a battle of magical wits. The king of Maui's fastest messenger races to bring a young woman back from the dead. In these traditional tales, the borders blur between life and death, reality and magic, and land and sea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This volume includes legends from Hawai'i, New Zealand, Tahiti, and Samoa, showcasing the rich narrative tradition of the Polynesian islands. You'll encounter awe-inspiring warriors, tricky magicians, and fearsome creatures of the deep. Each tale is paired with evocative contemporary art, creating a special illustrated edition to read, share, and treasure across generations.\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e POPULAR SERIES: The Tales series gives new life to traditional stories. Celebrating the richness of folklore around the world, and featuring the work of beloved contemporary illustrators, these books are treasured by adults and teens alike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e TALES THAT TRANSPORT YOU: These folktales are deeply rooted in the landscape of the Polynesian islands. Dramatic mountain peaks, secluded valleys, and mesmerizing ocean vistas offer striking settings for timeless stories of magic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e GORGEOUS SPECIAL EDITION: With a mesmerizing full-page illustration for each story, as well as creamy paper, a ribbon page marker, and a handsome hardcover design, this edition is perfect for gifting and display. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Perfect for: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Adult, young adult, and teen fans of fairy tales, folklore, myths, legends, and history \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Readers with Polynesian heritage or interested in Polynesian culture \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Illustration and art lovers \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Collectors of illustrated classics and such popular mythology books as \u003ci\u003eD'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths \u003c\/i\u003eor \u003ci\u003eBulfinch's Mythology\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Fans of \u003ci\u003eMoana\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Fans of the illustrator Yiling Changues \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MediaPlace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57405507895678,"sku":"NW9781797217567","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1379\/1261\/files\/9781797217567.jpg?v=1778681838","url":"https:\/\/mediaplace.com\/en-usa\/products\/tales-of-polynesia","provider":"MediaPlace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}