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Suzhou is a renowned city in southeast China with a rich history and culture. This five-volume mini-series brings the city to life through colorfully illustrated fairy tales. These are ideal for children who wish to learn more about certain aspects of China' s vast and diverse culture. The Golden Happy Tree is a reference to the much sought-after ginkgo tree-- one of the oldest tree species in the entire world. Gingko nuts have been used in Chinese society for centuries; they have many functions, including those of an edible and medicinal nature. The unusual-shaped leaves also provide an aesthetic quality, especially during autumn when the gingko trees shed their leaves.