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Cat and Rat guides young readers through the origins of the Chinese zodiac, detailing the story of how each of the twelve animal signs was selected by the Jade Emperor. The book explains the symbolism behind each animal and how the zodiac reflects Chinese cultural beliefs and traditions.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Ed Young
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