he Empress and the Legend of Foo Foo is the first in the Legend of Foo Foo Series. Developed by a pediatric health psychologist and a school psychologist each book is designed to tell a story with a blend of history, folklore and enchantment. The Empress and the Legend of Foo Foo tells the story of Empress Cixi's favored pet the Pekingese and a back story of the legend of the Foo Dog. One of two origin books this children's series follows Foo Foo through history tying together children from multiple countries. Lavishly, illustrated by talented up and coming artist Martha Ivette Escobar during the Qing Dynasty the images will draw children and readers alike into the story. Enhanced the story jumps of the paper with multiple integrated pieces to delight all.
High on the tippy top of the Purple Mountain in China, the Golden Monks are summoned by Emperor Wu of Han to create a loyal and fierce protector of the Universe and truth. The Foo Dog was born and seated at the side of the Emperor to whisper in his ear when lies were told. The Foo Dog statues can be found all around the world, sitting, guarding and protecting those that tell the truth and those they love. This is the second book in The Legend of Foo Foo series. Available in a clever upside down book the story is told in English or Mandarin, English or Chinese, English or Russian, English or Urdu, and English or Hindi. soon to be found in more language to connect children and parents to this lovely story around our world.
