The Master Puppeteer
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On Sale:
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3/24/1989
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Formats:
Paperback
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Who is the man called Sabura, the mysterious bandit who robs the rich and helps the poor? And what is his connection with Yosida, the harsh and ill- tempered master of feudal Japan's most famous puppet theater? Young Jiro, an apprentice to Yosida, is determined to find out, even at risk to his own life. Meamwhile, Jiro devotes himself to learning puppetry. Kinshi, the puppet master's son, tutors him. When his sheltered life at the theater is shattered by mobs of hungry, rioting peasants, Jiro becomes aware of responsibilities greater that his craft. As he schemes to help his friend Kinshi and to find his own parent, Jiro stumbles onto a dangerous and powerful secret....
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Author Extras
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Awards for The Master Puppeteer |
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School Library Journal Best Book
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School Library Journal Best Book
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National Book Award
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Library of Congress Children’s Books
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Horn Book Fanfare
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ALA Notable Children’s Book
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School Library Journal Best Book
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Library of Congress Children’s Books
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School Library Journal Best Book
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Horn Book Fanfare
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National Book Award
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ALA Notable Children’s Book
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Library of Congress Children’s Books
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School Library Journal Best Book
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Horn Book Fanfare
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National Book Award
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ALA Notable Children’s Book
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