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Fadya and the Song of the River

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Fadya and the Song of the River by Laura Nsafou is a captivating children's story that follows the young protagonist, Fadya, as she embarks on a magical journey along a mystical river. Along the way, Fadya encounters various fascinating creatures that help her discover the power of nature and the importance of harmony. This enchanting tale beautifully weaves themes of friendship and courage with the soothing melody of the river's song.
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You might enjoy this book if you're looking for a beautifully woven story that explores themes of self-discovery, family, and the magic of nature. It captures the imagination of young readers with its enchanting narrative and heartwarming illustrations, making it an ideal choice for those who appreciate tales that inspire a connection with the natural world and one's roots.

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A vibrantly illustrated tale celebrating creativity and serving your community

Bold artwork full of movement

From celebrated French children's author Laura Nsafou and debut illustrator AmΓ©lie-Anne Calmo

Fadya and the song of the river is a wonderful journey inspired by traditional African tales, celebrating creativity and serving your community.

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Between the deserts of Mali and the rivers of Mauritania is a song known only to Africa itself. It is a song that can be heard every day, as long as the wind isn't blowing too hard.

It is the song of the Luminaries, a group of women with powerful magic wearing long golden dresses.

Fadya is the youngest of the Luminaries, and on her journey, she will encounter and help two fishermen who have inadvertently awakened the wrath of the Goddess of the river.

Fadya and the Song of the River is a wonderful journey inspired by traditional African tales.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781849768245

Publisher: Tate Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 July 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Tate Publishing

Illustration: 36 Illustrations, color

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by AmΓ©lie-Anne Calmo
  • Translated by Ros Schwartz
  • Translated by Ros Schwartz

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 250.0mm

Height: 250.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Laura Nsafou, also known as Mrs Roots, is an afrofeminist blogger and author. Previous titles include The Path of Jada and Like A Million Black Butterflies. Her different projects challenge antiblackness and seek for a fair representation of Black women in French culture.AmΓ©lie-Anne Calmo grew up in Martinique and has been illustrating professionally since 2018. She is very sensitive to Afro-feminism and the visibility of minorities in her illustrations and is keen to represent racialized characters in her work.

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