Children's World Classics -- The Adventures of the Onion Head

Author: (Italy) Gianни Rodari original, He Jia rewrite
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Publish Date: 2005-08-01
Features: Onion Head's father, Old Onion, was imprisoned for accidentally stepping on the Lemon King. During a visit to the prison, Old Onion told Onion Head that all the righteous people were locked up there, while robbers and murderers were being pampered in the Lemon King's court. Onion Head resolved to free the prisoners. However, just as he was about to rescue the Pumpkin Elder and the villagers, he was thrown into the Black Cell by the Tomato Warrior. With the help of the Mouse, Little Cherry, and Little Strawberry, he was finally rescued. Later, due to the betrayal of the Green Bean Lawyer, he fell back into the hands of the Tomato Warrior and was imprisoned in the same prison as Old Onion. The Mouse dug a hole into the prison and rescued him along with all the prisoners. The Lemon Soldiers laid down their weapons, and together they overthrew the rule of the Lemon King, gaining freedom. This fairy tale features bold and unique storytelling, vivid character portrayals, and a thrilling and engaging plot. It has been translated into over one hundred languages and is recognized worldwide as a classic.