Tree-ear is an orphan in twelfth-century Korea. He lives under a bridge with Crane-man, a homeless widower who has taken him under his wing. Tree-ear hasn't got many prospects, but he is fascinated by master potter, Min, who lives in the nearby village. Secretly watching Min work, Tree-ear longs to be a potter himself. He persuades Min to let him do little jobs, until one day he has the chance to provide a service for him - one that could bring glory to Min and the village and fulfil his own dreams. But there are others seeking glory and many obstacles for a young boy to overcome.
- ISBN10 0192719580
- ISBN13 9780192719584
- Publish Date 1 April 2006 (first published 11 February 2003)
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 6 July 2009
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Oxford University Press
- Format Paperback
- Pages 176
- Language English