In Peking China there was a mighty emperor who could buy anything he desired, yet what he wanted the most he could not have. His daughter Hwei Ming was born blind, more than anything the emperor wished that she could be made to see. Even though many people tried, magicians, physicians, priests, no one could help the princess to see. An old blind man from a distant land heard of the emperors wishes and journeys many days to help with the aid of his “Seeing Stick.” This is a beautifully illustrated and touching story showing how people can learn to see and experience life in a different way. I was immediately drawn to this book because of the cover illustration. I also knew this story was going to be about a little girl who is blind (and I happen to know one of those! Haha, but she's not little, she's one of my best friends), so I wanted to read it. The illustrations are beautiful and quite impressive. I loved how the pictures had texture too, after the old man showed up. The story was lovely, of course. These are the kinds of picture books I love stumbling across.
What do You think about The Seeing Stick (2009)?
Beautifully illustrated. I love Jane Yolen, and this is a must-read.
—lala
What a beautiful, sweet story and the illustrations are amazing.
—Rich1
