Sondok Princess of the Moon and Stars |
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| Author:
| Holman, Sheri |
| Series title: | The Royal Diaries |
| ISBN: | 978-0-439-16586-0 |
| Publication Date: | May 2002 |
| Publisher: | Scholastic, Incorporated
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $22.99 |
Book Description:
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During the seventh-century, the land which is now Korea was fraught with political and religious intrigue. The country was split into Three Kingdoms, each fighting for supremacy: Silla, Koguryo, and Paekche. Besides the warring kingdoms, there are three religions in conflict: Shamanism, the ancient female-dominated faith wherein Shamanist priestesses wield great power at court, foretelling the future, performing important national rituals, and healing sickness; Buddhism, the...
More DescriptionDuring the seventh-century, the land which is now Korea was fraught with political and religious intrigue. The country was split into Three Kingdoms, each fighting for supremacy: Silla, Koguryo, and Paekche. Besides the warring kingdoms, there are three religions in conflict: Shamanism, the ancient female-dominated faith wherein Shamanist priestesses wield great power at court, foretelling the future, performing important national rituals, and healing sickness; Buddhism, the contemplative State religion; and Confucianism, a recent import from powerful China.