Heba Maher
asked:
isn`t this based on the Japanese Folklore myth of Tsuru no ongaeshi (crane's return of a favor)? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tsuru_no_Ongaeshi
To answer questions about
The Crane Wife,
please sign up.
Elizabeth Crooks
Yes, it is inspired by the Japanese folk tale as well as The Decemberists' use of the folktale in their music.
About Goodreads Q&A
Ask and answer questions about books!
You can pose questions to the Goodreads community with Reader Q&A, or ask your favorite author a question with Ask the Author.
See Featured Authors Answering Questions
Learn more