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The Small Press Book Review published the following review of Jingu: The Hidden Princess by Ralph Pray in its September 2002 issue:"When she turns ten, Jingu receives a mirror as a gift from the Emperor with writing on it that...

Renee Ting Jingu: The Hidden Princess by Ralph Pray in its September 2002 issue:

"When she turns ten, Jingu receives a mirror as a gift from the Emperor with writing on it that calls her the "Imperial Princess Jingu." This is a message that she has been singled out by the Emperor to on day be the Empress. In the meantime, however, Jingu travels and continues her education and training as a woman in first-century A.D. Japan. Middle-grade readers learn about the customs and society of ancient Japan in this tale based on historical fact."
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You can find more information about the history behind Empress Jingu at Wikipedia and Britannica Online....

Renee Ting You can find more information about the history behind Empress Jingu at Wikipedia and Britannica Online.
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Children's Bookwatch has a nice review of Jingu: The Hidden Princess by Ralph Pray:"Set in 4th century Japan, Jingu: The Hidden Princess by Ralph Pray is the story of Jingu, a young princess who feels isolated and alone within the...

Renee Ting Jingu: The Hidden Princess by Ralph Pray:

"Set in 4th century Japan, Jingu: The Hidden Princess by Ralph Pray is the story of Jingu, a young princess who feels isolated and alone within the Imperial Japanese Palace. On her tenth birthday, Jingu receives a gift from the Emperor with a mysterious hidden message, and so her journey and transformation from girl to leader begins. Firmly grounded in history, written with majesty, grace, warmth, and understanding, and enhanced with illustrations by Xiaojun Li, Jingu: The Hidden Princess is an emotional and highly enjoyable coming of age book especially recommended for preteen young adult readers."]]>