Author: Impey, Harriet & Pickwoad, Katie
Title: A Bowlful of Happiness
Description: Haren. Geldermalsen Publications. 2011. First edition. Quarto. Hardcover. New. 32 Pages. Fully illustrated in colour. English version. How can one find true Happiness? The little Chinese boy, Kang, imprisoned in sadness on a Chinese porcelain vase for more than 350 years by a slip of the painter's brush, is suddenly released by a magical wish. With his wise blue-and-white hobby horse as a guide, he sets out on an adventure through Chinese cultural history. He is joined along the way by auspicious animals: Dragon, Lion Dog, Elephant, the Mandarin Ducks and Feng Huang. The characters he meets, help him realize eventually that sometimes happiness is to be found where you least expect it... Using rich and colourful decoration of Chinese porcelain, this book captures children's imagination with lively characters taken from real pieces. It introduces children to the beauty of Chinese art and the symbolic meanings behind it, as well as bridging cultural divides with a charming and original story. Suitable for 4 years and older. A truely wonderful childrens book. Great as a gift for a young relative or friend!.

Keywords: China chinese pottery porcelain ceramics childrens book