Publication
The Special Gift
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Book Title: The Special Gift
Publishing Institution: Hakka Culture Development Center, Hakka Affairs Council
Editor / Author / Translator: Edited by Ming-fang, Hsieh. Illustrated by A-qi
Publisher: Hakka Culture Development Center, Hakka Affairs Council
Date of Publication: August, 2015
A tiger is new to the forest. With the terrible noises, violent shaking and huge flying shadows… What is the mystery behind it all? He moves such strange items into his house every day, what is he planning……
The oiled paper umbrella is an iconic traditional know-how of the Hakka population. In order to introduce which to the younger generation, ‘The Special Gift’ Hakka know-how picture book embodies the materials of the oiled paper umbrella and cultural meaning of the Hakka lives into the lively presentation of a children’s picture book. Through a series of interesting stories brought by the new member of the forest, young readers can learn about the beauty of Hakka oiled paper umbrella, and the intertwining cultural meaning of oiled paper umbrellas and Hakka culture.