Author: David Birch Year: 1988 Rank: Rating: Original Rating: Pop Rating: Genres/categories: Science, Mathematics, Children, Picture books
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ISBNs: 9780140548808 0140548807 |
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When the wise man refuses to accept a reward for his service to the king, the king insists and so the wise man asks for a payment of rice for each square of the king's chessboard--the amount to be doubled each day. Soon the royal granaries are almost empty--will the proud king concede that he has been outwitted? A Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies and Outstanding Science Trade Book for Children. Full-color illustrations.
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