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"The Korean Cinderella" by Shirley Climo reimagines the classic Cinderella tale within the context of ancient Korea. Pear Blossom, a stepchild, is eventually chosen by a magistrate to become his wife. The story preserves the core elements of the fairy‑tale while situating them in a Korean setting, offering readers a culturally distinct adaptation of a familiar narrative.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Shirley Climo
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