The Hungry Coat : A Tale from Turkey (Hardcover)

from yyoon4

I loved the Turkey tale, "The Hungry Coat." The big idea of this tale is to tell readers that the importance of a person is their heart, not their material possessions. What I appreciated most from this story is the witty decision and wise conclusion of the main character. The character developme...

from mdonley

a wonderful tale that teaches the lesson that you can' judge someone by what they wear. It is what is on the inside that counts. Just because you have money and riches does not make you a good person. A great story that works in all cultures.

from nfigue1

The Hungry Coat focuses on main character, Nasrettin, and his experiences. Nasrettin is a popular figure in his community; when he is invited to a banquet, he is ignored because of his clothing. The Hungry Coat shows the cruel treatment some individuals endure, in an entertaining approach. I have...

from mosbor

Demi's illustrations are beautifully detailed and vibrant. The story has a good lesson. Don,t judge people by their appearance.

from Lukesilvera

Great for a lesson about looking at a persons character not the clothes they wear or how much money they have.