{"product_id":"the-persian-cinderella-9780064438537","title":"The Persian Cinderella","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"A luminescent interpretation. Meticulously researched illustrations faithfully depict the ornate beauty of an ancient land\"\u003cem\u003e (Kirkus Reviews).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this jewel-like version of a classic story, popular folklorist Shirley Climo tells the tale of Settareh, the Persian Cinderella.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMagic enables Settareh to outsmart two jealous stepsisters and win the heart of a prince. But where most Cinderella stories end, poor Sattareh's troubles are only beginning! The unexpected plot twists will enchant readers as they rediscover the familiar tale in the lush setting of long-ago Persia.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShirley Climo's authentic details bring the story to life, and Robert Florczak's stunning paintings echo the vibrant colors and motifs of an ancient land.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eClimo, Shirley:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cp\u003eShirley Climo's love of folklore began in her childhood and has provided the background for many of her children's books, such as \u003cem\u003eThe Korean Cinderella, Magic \u0026amp; Mischief: Tales from Cornwall, A Treasury of Princesses: Princess Tales from Around the World, A Treasury of Mermaids: Mermaid Tales from Around the World, \u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eSomeone Saw a Spider: Spider Facts and Folktales, \u003c\/em\u003e an NCTE Teacher's Choice and Library of Congress Best Children's Book that was originally inspired by her research for \u003cem\u003eCobweb Christmas.\u003c\/em\u003e Mrs. Climo and her husband live in Los Altos, California.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eFlorczak, Robert:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Robert Florczak, illustrator of \u003cem\u003eThe Persian Cinderella\u003c\/em\u003e by Shirley Climo, captures the distinctive flavor of ancient Persia in his vivid and carefully researched illustrations. An accomplished and versatile artist, Mr. Florczaks most recent work for children appears in the book \u003cem\u003eBirdsong\u003c\/em\u003e by Audrey Wood. He lives in Southern California.","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50649752305938,"sku":"9780064438537","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_a78c729e-cc00-4e1e-a4f7-9dfcda6288ff.jpg?v=1733272682","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-persian-cinderella-9780064438537","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}