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Eighteen Vats of Water
Ji-Li Jiang
Illustrator: Nadia Hsieh
Ages: 6+
Published: 2022
Publisher: Creston Books
ISBN: 978-1-954354-06-7
Keywords: calligraphy, determination, creativity, family tradition
Renowned fourth-century Chinese calligrapher Xian followed his father's style and work ethic from age six, but he also developed his own artistic style. Evocative ink and digital illustrations. Back matter.