{"product_id":"tales-of-east-africa-african-folklore-book-for-teens-and-adults-illustrated-stories-and-literature-from-africa-hardcover","title":"Tales of East Africa: (African Folklore Book for Teens and Adults, Illustrated Stories and Literature from Africa) - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJamilla Okubo\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTales of East Africa\u003c\/i\u003e is a collection of 22 traditional tales from Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eWelcome to a world of magical adventure\u003c\/b\u003e--a place where a boy spares the life of a fearsome monster, a flock of doves brings a girl back from the dead, and a hare wreaks havoc among all the other animals. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eTranslated and transcribed by folklorists and anthropologists in the early 20th century, \u003c\/b\u003e these stories evoke the distinctive beauty and irresistible humor of East African folklore. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e- The tales come alive alongside bold, contemporary art in this special illustrated edition.\u003cbr\u003e- Each story transports readers to an enthralling world.\u003cbr\u003e- Part of the popular Tales series, featuring \u003ci\u003eTales of Japan\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eCeltic Tales\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eTales of India\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTales of East Africa\u003c\/i\u003e will enthrall fans of fairytales and captivate those interested in East Africa's rich history and culture.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eReaders will encounter mischievous animals, plucky heroes and heroines, and monsters, and artist Jamilla Okubo pairs each tale with a bold and vibrant illustration. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e- A visually gorgeous book that will be at home on the shelf or on the coffee table.\u003cbr\u003e- A perfect gift for fairy tale and folklore lovers, fans of East African culture, people of East African ancestry, collectors of illustrated classics, adults and teens alike, and bibliophiles\u003cbr\u003e- Add it to the collection of books like \u003ci\u003eThe Girl Who Married a Lion: and Other Tales from Africa\u003c\/i\u003e by Alexander McCall Smith, \u003ci\u003eFavorite African Folktales\u003c\/i\u003e by Nelson Mandela, and Indaba \u003ci\u003eMy Children: African Folktales\u003c\/i\u003e by Vusamazulu Credo Mutwa\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eJamilla Okubo uses mixed media art to explore her American, Kenyan, and Trinidadian identity. She is based in Washington, DC.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 176\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 x 9.1 x 7.7 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 10, 2020\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51772272279840,"sku":"9781452182582","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/bab813435135631599872518b8959c19.webp?v=1780402127","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/tales-of-east-africa-african-folklore-book-for-teens-and-adults-illustrated-stories-and-literature-from-africa-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}