Description

[Blue Lion Wanini]
A new long-form fairy tale by author Lee Hyun, who has expanded the scope of Korean children's literature with stories like "I Want Jajangmyeon!", "Long Live the General!", and "Star of the Robot". This story depicts the adventures of Wanini, a lion who was cast out of his pride for being deemed useless, as he wanders the savannah. The narrative realistically and touchingly captures the vast African plains and the various animals that live there, including warthogs, hyenas, wildebeests, buffaloes, baboons, and hippos, each living in their own way. The author vividly presents the lives of these diverse animals while showcasing the harmonious existence of the Serengeti. This thrilling story set in an unfamiliar space will instill a longing for a new world in readers.
One-year-old Wanini, a young lion, is small and not skilled at hunting, leading to his expulsion from the pride. As a wanderer, Wanini loses hope for survival, but he manages to stay alive with the help of things he previously deemed insignificant. He overcomes hunger by chewing on grass and trees and befriends other wandering lions he once looked down upon...
[Blue Lion Wanini 2: The Rulers of the Black Land]
In Volume 1, after being cast out from his pride, Wanini teams up with wandering lions Malaika, Zambo, and Asante to overcome hunger and learn hunting skills to survive on the savannah. Now, Wanini and his friends embark on an adventure to find their territory. Along the way, they encounter Maisha, a young lioness separated from her mother by humans, and Baraba, the son of the fierce lion Mutu. Despite enduring trials such as the dry season and a massive fire sweeping across the fields, Wanini's pride grows a little stronger each day. Will Wanini's pride be able to claim their territory in the vast African savannah? Will they become a proper lion that roars with a mighty voice?
[Blue Lion Wanini 3: A New Promise]
The bestselling 'Blue Lion Wanini' returns for its third installment, fueled by readers' support. Having ended their wandering life and secured their territory, Wanini and his friends find themselves confronted by various animals, including cheetahs, hyenas, and wild dogs. While bravely defending their territory, Wanini's pride also begins to develop new feelings for one another... Readers will realize what true courage is through Wanini and his friends, who face danger with their lives on the line, and will feel a thrill as they witness the changing relationships within Wanini's pride. The 'Blue Lion Wanini' series will continue in the future.
Having settled on the black land after their wandering life, Wanini's pride thought everything would go smoothly, but a series of events disrupt their peace. Rumors spread that the 'Great Wanini' has subdued the lion Mutu, yet a suspicious lioness lurks around the black land, and both hyena and wild dog packs are eyeing it. Why do the hyenas threaten the lion pride so fearlessly? How did the wild dogs, who were said to have vanished due to a plague, reappear? And what are the strange feelings budding within Wanini's pride? Wanini and his friends decide to gather their wisdom and courage once again to protect the black land.
[Blue Lion Wanini 4: Little Rhinoceros Patu]
The 'Blue Lion Wanini' series, which takes readers to the vast African savannah, is back. The protagonist of Volume 4 is Patu, a baby black rhinoceros living in Wanini's savannah. Patu faces many challenges on a journey sparked by curiosity but completes his adventure safely with the help of other animals. Patu's journey, which respects various ways of life and takes one step at a time, will encourage children to face new worlds and reflect on living alongside different beings. The 'Blue Lion Wanini' series was included in the 2022 IBBY (International Board on Books for Young People) list of 'Books Every Child Should Read Worldwide'.
Plot Summary
One-year-old black rhinoceros Patu, who has no rhinoceros friends, siblings, or neighbors, often feels bored and lonely until he accidentally meets a zebra. Upon hearing from the zebra that he encountered another rhinoceros on his journey, Patu becomes captivated by the curiosity of finding a new savannah and a friend who looks like him, and secretly follows the zebra. For Patu, who has never left his mother's side since birth, the journey is filled with hardships. Will Patu be able to complete his journey and return to his mother? Meanwhile, Wanini, who is pregnant, heads to a quiet grassy area to give birth...
[Blue Lion Wanini 5: The Wind of the Savannah]
Having transformed into a proper leader alongside his friends in the previous installment, Wanini returns as a mother. While enjoying happy days with her newborn cubs, Wanini experiences great sorrow due to an unexpected accident. Enduring difficult times, Wanini realizes the truth that joy and sorrow coexist in life and bravely faces her wounds. Wanini's journey of becoming stronger through trials is depicted with Lee Hyun's unique delicate touch, providing a moving experience. The 'Blue Lion Wanini' series was included in the 2022 IBBY (International Board on Books for Young People) list of 'Books Every Child Should Read Worldwide'.
Cubs are born to Wanini and Barabara. While enjoying happy times, an unexpected tragedy strikes Wanini's pride. After losing a loved one in an accident, Wanini falls into despair and conflicts with other lions in the pride, ultimately leaving alone beyond the black land. Faced with immense sorrow, will Wanini be able to overcome her pain and run powerfully across the savannah once more?
[Blue Lion Wanini 6: Lion Asante]
★The 6th volume of the children's bestseller 'Blue Lion Wanini' is out★
★Selected by IBBY as 'Books Every Child Should Read Worldwide'★
The 6th volume of the 'Blue Lion Wanini' series, which continues due to enthusiastic support from readers, has been published. It tells the story of young lion Asante from Wanini's pride as he leaves his family to find his own pride. Facing various crises, Asante, who once saw himself as insignificant, regains his confidence with the help of friends and finds the courage to protect what is precious, growing in the process. Asante's adventure of discovering the true 'me' beyond others' gazes and learning to coexist with other animals of the savannah will serve as a strong guide for children moving towards tomorrow. The beloved 'Blue Lion Wanini' series has sold a cumulative total of 900,000 copies, with the first volume surpassing 100 prints.
Plot Summary
Asante, born in Wanini's pride, turns two and leaves the pride with his younger sibling Huru, excited for the journey ahead. However, he becomes the laughingstock of the savannah for not being as strong as the legendary lion Asante, despite sharing the same name. Feeling insignificant, Asante gains confidence after receiving advice from wandering lions he meets by chance, encouraging him to become stronger. He then bravely sets out to meet the lioness Wedge, whom he fell in love with at first sight... Will Asante be able to form a pride and transform into a strong lion?