{"product_id":"9781577155164-roots-legends","title":"Roots and Legends","description":"\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"Content-Type\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFolktales from African Culture\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eRoots and Legends\u003c\/i\u003e celebrates the richness of African culture with over 50 timeless folktales.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePass down the powerful teachings of African oral tradition by adding this luxe illustrated volume of over 50 cultural folktales to your home library.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this captivating collection of folklore from African culture, discover the stories that have been passed down through generations and continue to teach valuable lessons today through their vibrant, illustrative language. With over 50 folktales, \u003ci\u003eRoots and Legends\u003c\/i\u003e celebrates the richness of African customs and life, and champions the importance of oral tradition, a practice that rose up through the dark times of slavery and oppression.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThoughtfully curated and richly illustrated, \u003ci\u003eRoots and Legends\u003c\/i\u003e features the wonder and educational lessons of cultural stories and figures such as:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy Spiders Are Always Found in the Corners of Ceilings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow the Tortoise Got Its Shell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy the Sun and the Moon Live in the Sky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow Mr. Lion Lost His Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrother Bear’s Big House\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrer Rabbit and the Gold Mine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMorning Sunrise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiddy-Wah-Diddy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUncle Monday\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Ghost Story About an Aunt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFarmer Mybrow and the Fairies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eDivided into four sections (Why Things Are the Way They Are; Morals Taught through Animals Tales; Bearing Witness; and People with Unusual Powers) covering the spiritual nature of animals, people, the land and its sometimes spooky inhabitants, and more, each page is filled with timeless tales of heroes, tricksters, and everyday wisdom, and invites you to immerse yourself in the depth and beauty of African folklore.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeaturing historic stories with a modern editorial review, this deluxe collectible edition includes original illustrations and an embellished, giftable package. A perfect choice for families interested in passing down African heritage through storytelling traditions, \u003ci\u003eRoots and Legends\u003c\/i\u003e will enchant readers of all ages through its beautifully illustrated and accessible collection of folklore.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rarewaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55198160978294,"sku":"9781577155164","price":12.06,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/7504\/8033\/files\/orig_36339956.jpg?v=1759408264","url":"https:\/\/www.rarewaves.com\/products\/9781577155164-roots-legends","provider":"Rarewaves.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}