Niaozhuo Mountain Expedition

Author: Babit
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: The mysterious "Roar of the Monster" is the cause of this adventure. This story takes place in the village of Zoubai, at the foot of Niaoluoke Mountain. The village often experiences strange occurrences, and on rainy days, a chilling roar comes from the mountain, leaving people terrified. Everyone firmly believes that there is a mysterious monster on the mountain. During his stay in Zoubai, Igan hears the various legends of the monster and witnesses the panic it brings to the villagers, which fuels his desire to find and kill the monster. After climbing Niaoluoke Mountain, Igan discovers his long-lost Uncle Otu... Can Igan unravel the mystery of the Niaoluoke Mountain monster? This book won the Newbery Honor for Children's Literature.