A winter tale
Mark E. Turner
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A winter tale
Published
2014
Publisher
Stephen F. Austin State University Press
Pages
34
ISBN-13
9781622880324
ISBN-10
1622880323
Description
Mark Turner's beautiful children's book, "A Winter's Tale: How Raven Gave [sic] Light to the World," is a sensitive retelling of the Native American creation myth, of how Raven, transformed into a child, stole light from the mythical grandfather who held it as a treasure, and bestowed it upon a world encased in darkness. Shared among numerous Native American tribes, the Raven's trickery is well-known. However, what makes Turner's contemporary narrative so compelling is the role the child plays in retrieving light from the loving metaphorical grandfather, the empowerment the child receives from that love, and how, transforming into the Raven, the child takes flight into a world that needed the penultimate gift: light itself. "A Winter's Tale" is beautifully presented, with 33 wonderful full-color illustrations by Emily Graves and Mark Turner's accompanying musical score on compact disc. Children will delight not only in the story retold but in the combined visual and auditory interpretations of the Raven myth.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in A winter tale?
This edition of A winter tale has approximately 34 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read A winter tale?
For most readers, A winter tale typically takes between 43m and 28m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 8,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 34m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 2 days • Estimated word count: 8,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of A winter tale?
The estimated word count for A winter tale is approximately 8,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of A winter tale?
A winter tale was written by Mark E. Turner.
When was A winter tale published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2014. The original work may have been published on a different date.