SALT

by Harve Zomach ‧ RELEASE DATE: April 5, 1965

In this adaptation of a Russian folktale, salt, like nails (Nail Soup), turns out to be a basic element of fantasy. The story deals with the adventures of Ivan the Fool, the third son of a wealthy merchant who humors the boy's whim to do trade by giving him the cheapest ship and the cheapest cargo. While a strong climax is missing, Ivan's several adventures abroad are handled with imagination and fine good humor. During his ups and downs Ivan gets lost, discovers a mountain of salt which he trades for a fortune to a king who has never tasted salt, is sabotaged by his jealous brothers, and finally rescued by a delightful giant. The narration is smooth and straightforward. The illustrations are as active and nonsensical as the text, with the lovable, homely people shown off to best advantage in their regional costumes by the patches of gold and the silvery grays and blues.

Pub Date: April 5, 1965

ISBN: N/A

Page Count: -

Publisher: Follett

Review Posted Online: N/A

Kirkus Reviews Issue: April 1, 1965

Categories: CHILDREN'S