The Hungry Ghosts
No. of pages 40
Published: 2009
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"The Hungry Ghosts" by Geraldo Valerio is a captivating tale that intertwines themes of culture, identity, and the supernatural. Set in a vibrant backdrop, it follows the journey of a young boy who navigates through the haunting folklore of his ancestors. As he encounters the spirits known as hungry ghosts, who are trapped between worlds due to their unfulfilled desires, he learns valuable lessons about connection, loss, and the importance of honoring the past. Through rich illustrations and evocative storytelling, the book explores how memory and heritage shape our existence, resonating deeply with readers of all ages. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book has been graded for interest at 3-5 years.
There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published in 2009 by Dial Books for Young Readers .
Geraldo Valerio was born in Brazil and is now a Canadian citizen living in Toronto. He graduated from the School of Fine Arts at the Federal University of Minas Gerais, and in 2000 received a Master of Arts degree from New York University. He has illustrated more than 20 picture books for publishers in the UK, Canada, the United States, Portugal and Brazil. JULIUS LESTER is the author of more than twenty books for young readers. He writes and teaches in western Massachusetts. www. johnclapp. com