Every day, the old Bamboo Cutter goes to work and every evening he goes home to his wife. But when he finds a glowing baby girl inside a bamboo stalk, his life is changed forever. As the child quickly grows into a woman, stories of her beauty enchant the people of Japan - including the Emperor. But Princess Moonlight's future has already been decided, and nothing on Earth can change it.
About The Japanese Folk Tales Children's Collection:
Five faithful yet child-friendly retellings of classic Japanese folk tales, introducing young readers to the origins of some of Japan's most enduring myths and legends. Discover the story of a mysterious moon princess whose brief life on Earth leaves a lasting legacy, a kind fisherman who visits a dazzling palace beneath the sea and the divine origins of Japan through the trials of its creator gods. Readers will also meet the tiny boy with a giant dream of becoming a samurai and a cast of unforgettable characters - including clever animals, humble villagers and magical beings - who each reveal important lessons about courage, kindness and compassion.
All this and more is brought to life with vivid illustrations, accessible language and FREE audiobooks (QR codes inside).
| ISBN: | 9781836892670 |
| Publication date: | 5th November 2026 |
| Author: | Red |
| Illustrator: | Fransiscus Sachio Alfonso |
| Publisher: | Sweet Cherry Publishing |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 88 pages |
| Reading age: | 7+ |
| Series: | Easy Classics |
| Genres: |
Classic Literature Children’s / Teenage fiction: Mythic fantasy / Mythic fiction Children’s / Teenage fiction: Contemporary and urban fantasy Children’s / Teenage general interest: Ancient religions, Mythology and legends Adventure Stories Fantasy / Magical |
Every day, the old Bamboo Cutter goes to work and every evening he goes home to his wife. But when he finds a glowing baby girl inside a bamboo stalk, his life is changed forever.
The Bamboo Cutter and the Moon Child is aimed at readers aged 7 and over.
The Bamboo Cutter and the Moon Child features in the following genres: Classic Literature, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Mythic fantasy / Mythic fiction, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Contemporary and urban fantasy, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Ancient religions, Mythology and legends, Adventure Stories, Fantasy / Magical
Paperback. £6.29, down from the £6.99 cover price. Pre-order. 5th November 2026.
The Bamboo Cutter and the Moon Child was written by Red and published by Sweet Cherry Publishing
The Bamboo Cutter and the Moon Child has 88 pages
Yes it is part of Easy Classics series
£6.29, reduced from £6.99. Pre-order. 5th November 2026.