Author: NIIMI, NANKICHI
Title: Gon, the Little Fox
Description: New York: Museyon, 2015. First American Edition. Hardcover. ISBN: 1940842034. Illustrated by Genjirou Mita. Color Illustrations; 9.6 X 8.5 X 0.5 inches; 35 pages; Hard cover is glazed boards; white spine with black lettering. DJ same. NEW. Pages not numbered; 35 pages. Beautiful color pictures on virtually every page. This is a 2015 edition of the original Japanese language book from 1969. "In this retelling of a Nankichi Niimi's Japanese folktale masterpiece, delicate watercolors bring to life the mischievous yet kindhearted spirit of Gon, the Little Fox. As the story begins, Gon is relishing his life as a roving and rascally fox. Each day brings a new opportunity for him to stir up trouble for the nearby village. On any day, he might be found digging up yams or setting fire to rapeseed husks. One day, however, Gon feels remorse for having killed an eel that was meant for a poor villager's dying mother. This rare moment of conscience takes Gon down a path that ultimately leads to his fate. The story of Gon is bittersweet, so proceed with caution, as the little fox is sure to win over your heart"--Publisher's website. New in New dust jacket .

Keywords: 1940842034 9781940842035; Animal Stories; Juvenile Animal Stories; Japanese Stories; Fairy Tales; Foxes; Juvenile Fiction: Children's Literature ; Picture Books; Juvenile Fiction Cultural History Animals Japan Fairy Tales/Folk Lore