WINNER Gintong Aklat Award for Children's Literature NATIONAL BOOK AWARD for Best Anthology From the English Translation by: Gilda Cordero-Fernando Illustrated by: Albert Gamos Gather around me now and be quiet, for my story is about to begin. --Lola Basyang Parents and grandparents may remember this little old lady whose tales have captivated generations of Filipinos. Each night after supper Old Basyang gathered her grandchildren around her wicker chair. Out of her rich imagination she drew forth tales of bold princesses and cowardly kings, spurned suitors and ardent lovers, fearless young men and heartless queens. Every conceivable place of enchantment was Lola Basyang's domain. The first "Kuwento ni Lola Basyang" appeared in the Tagalog magazine Liwayway in 1925. Its author, Severino Reyes, was the founder and editor of Liwayway as well as a pioneering figure in Tagalog theater. Mr. Reyes wrote more than 400 stories under the pen name Lola Basyang. Tahanan Books has gathered together a literary dream team to produce this landmark collection of twelve tales. Poet and literary critic Bienvenido Lumbera sifted through hundred of manuscripts to select the best of Reyes' tales. Acclaimed author and publisher Gilda Cordero-Fernando delivered the original English translation and renowned children's book illustrator Albert Gamos rendered over 30 unforgettable illustrations. Tahanan's anthology introduces Lola Basyang to a new generation of readers in English. Open this book, sit at her feet, and let the magic begin. Size: 10 x 8 inches No. of Pages: 255 Cover: HARDBOUND Copyright 1997 |
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