This universal story of a child testing the limits of her independence demonstrates that the love between parent and child is a bond transcending time and place. With more than a million copies sold worldwide, this tender story is now available in a commemorative cloth edition with a frameable print."Charming, vibrant watercolour illustrations expand the simple rhythmic text, adding to the characters' personalities ..." -School Library Journal"A striking volume which uses a timeless culture to convey a timeless message." -Publishers Weekly