CC Cycle 1

Living books classical conversations

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This anthology includes eight traditional tales from all over Africa. Sumptuous hand-sewn collage artwork decorated with African beads adorns these unforgettable tales of bravery, wisdom, wit and heroic deeds.
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Explains some traditions and customs of 26 African tribes beginning with letters from A to Z.
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Collects a variety of African folk tales, including "Ananse the Spider in Search of a Fool," "The Ox of the Wonderful Horns," "Why Frog and Snake Never Play Together," and "Lion and the Ostrich Chicks"
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When Assa finds her beautiful sister Mee-An the perfect mate, the two sisters go off to live with him, only to discover that he is not at all what he seems to be. Humorous African folktale tells about beautiful Mee-An who wants to get married but can't seem to find a man who is as perfect as she is.
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A collection of traditional stories from different parts of Africa,featuring varied characters and themes-- some familiar, some newer.