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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>A collection of folktales from Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b><i>Tales of East Africa</i> is a collection of 22 traditional tales from Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.</b> <p/><b>Welcome to a world of magical adventure</b>--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. <p/><b>Translated and transcribed by folklorists and anthropologists in the early 20th century, </b> these stories evoke the distinctive beauty and irresistible humor of East African folklore. <p/>- The tales come alive alongside bold, contemporary art in this special illustrated edition.<br>- Each story transports readers to an enthralling world.<br>- Part of the popular Tales series, featuring <i>Tales of Japan</i>, <i>Celtic Tales</i>, and <i>Tales of India</i> <p/><b><i>Tales of East Africa</i> will enthrall fans of fairytales and captivate those interested in East Africa's rich history and culture.</b> <p/>Readers will encounter mischievous animals, plucky heroes and heroines, and monsters, and artist Jamilla Okubo pairs each tale with a bold and vibrant illustration. <p/>- A visually gorgeous book that will be at home on the shelf or on the coffee table.<br>- 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<br>- Add it to the collection of books like <i>The Girl Who Married a Lion: and Other Tales from Africa</i> by Alexander McCall Smith, <i>Favorite African Folktales</i> by Nelson Mandela, and Indaba <i>My Children: African Folktales</i> by Vusamazulu Credo Mutwa<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Jamilla Okubo uses mixed media art to explore her American, Kenyan, and Trinidadian identity. She is based in Washington, DC.

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