The Clever Rat & Other African Tales

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The Clever Rat & Other African Tales is a collection of stories which originate in the eastern countries of Africa. It is retold for Ragged Bears by Suzi Lewis-Barned and wonderfully illustrated by Karen Perrins. This book will give children a unique insight into the stories that have for generations captured the hearts and imaginations of the African people. A hardback book containing over one hundred pages of original African tales and exceptional artwork for all to enjoy.

A new book by Suzi, Tales of Abunuwas & Other Stories, is now available at: http://www.africanbookscollective.com/books/tales-of-abunuwas-and-other-stories. You can also read a review by Alistair McCall Smith. If you would like to contact us please click here

"The tone of the text is confiding and characters often have generic names which saves the young reader from having to negotiate unfamiliar ones. The content is traditional with rewards for good deeds, some wily protagonists, comeuppance for the proud and always a wise man around when needed. The book's design promotes a sense of spaciousness in a kaleidoscope of harmonious colour, bold simplified images..."
THE TIMES EDUCATIONAL SUPPLEMENT