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In this classic Chinese folk tale, a humble farmer stumbles upon a brass pot with a miraculous power: whatever is put into it is duplicated. Driven by the dream of prosperity, the farmer experiments with food, tools, and treasures, each time marveling at the sudden abundance. Yet, each duplication creates unforeseen troubles, revealing that wealth gained through shortcuts can bring more trouble than comfort. The story gently reminds young readers that honesty, modesty, and hard work are far more reliable than magic.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Lily Toy Hong
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