The Chinese Emperor's New Clothes

A supremely stylish retelling of The Emperor's New Clothes in which a boy ruler outwits his ministers to save his people. Inspired by the author growing up hungry during the Cultural Revolution. The Sunday Times Culture In Ying Chang Compestine's The Chinese Emperor's New Clothes, a resourceful boy emperor takes on his swindling advisers, causing them to parade in rice sacks as he wins back his wealth to feed and clothe the poor. This is an appealing twist on a well-loved tale, brought vividly to life by David Roberts's apple- cheeked, expressive illustrations. The Guardian Beautifully illustrated by David Roberts, this brings fresh light on an old tale. Parents in Touch The excellence of it's production and the ingenuity of the story's young hero both conspire and to give this picture book considerable child appeal. Carousel