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The retelling of a classic Chinese Folk tale
The retelling of a classic Chinese Folk tale
Long ago in China lived a family with five brothers who looked very much alike. They each possessed a special talent. One could swallow the sea; one had an iron neck; one could stretch his legs; one could survive fire; and the last could hold his breath forever. When one of the brothers, a somehow very successful fisherman, agreed to let a young boy accompany him on his fishing trip, trouble was the result. This brother then holds the entire sea in his mouth so that the boy can retrieve fish and treasures. When the man can no longer hold in the sea, he frantically signals to the boy, but the boy ignores him and drowns when the man releases the water.
The man is accused of murder and sentenced to death. However, one by one, his four brothers assume his place when subjected to execution, and each uses his own superhuman ability to survive
Author/Guide: Claire Huchet Bishop Destination: China
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