The Fisher Boy: A Japanese Graphic Folktale

By Debbi Michiko Florence and Sachiko Yoshikawa

A popular Japanese folktale adapted into graphic novel format for young readers.

In this Japanese folktale, a fisher boy, Urashima Taro, saves the life of a magical turtle. As a reward, the turtle guides the fisher boy to an enchanted underwater palace, where a young princess awaits him. But when the boy must return home to his family, he is greeted with the surprise of his lifetime. With clever text and easy-to-follow panels, books in the Discover Graphics: Global Folktales series are perfect for graphic novel fans new and old.

Other Books in This Series:
The King with a Horse's Ears: An Irish Graphic Folktale
The Magic Tapestry: A Chinese Graphic Folktale
The Magpie's Tail: A Swedish Graphic Folktale
The Sky Fox: A Peruvian Graphic Folktale
The Tortoise and the Hare: A West African Graphic Folktale
Turtle and the Geese: An Indian Graphic Folktale

• Language: English
• Publisher: Capstone Young Readers
• Release date: Jan 1, 2024
• ISBN: 9781484689424

Debbi Michiko Florence

Debbi Michiko Florence is a third-generation Japanese American and has many fond memories of sharing in her family’s traditions while growing up in California and visiting her relatives in Japan. Debbi is also the author of novels and picture books, including Niki Nakayama: A Chef’s Tale in 13 Bites. She now lives in Connecticut with her husband and their many animals (but no flamingo).

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