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Man-Man and the Tree of Memories

By Yaba Badoe
Series: The Zephyr Collection, your child's library
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Man-Man and the Tree of Memories by Yaba Badoe is a captivating children's story that follows a young boy named Man-Man on a journey of self-discovery. As he communes with the mystical Tree of Memories, he uncovers hidden family secrets and gains insights about his heritage. This enchanting tale combines imagination and cultural exploration, offering readers both adventure and heartwarming themes.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to adventurous tales that delve into family, folklore, and the power of memories. Set in a world woven with magical realism, it presents an enchanting journey that appeals to young readers curious about exploring cultural heritage and the bonds that connect us.

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Man-Man and the Tree of Memories

Illustrated in vibrant full-colour, a story of dance, celebration, carnival and slavery, about a family understanding their past to change the future.

Illustrated in vibrant full-colour, a story of dance, celebration, carnival and slavery, about a family understanding their past to change the future.

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SHORTLISTED FOR THE WEEK JUNIOR'S BEST OLDER FICTION AWARD 2024

SHORTLISTED FOR THE LITTLE REBELS CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD 2024

NOMINATED FOR THE YOTO CARNEGIE MEDAL FOR WRITING 2025

Illustrated in vibrant full colour, a story of dance, celebration, carnival and slavery, about a family understanding their past to change the future.

Set in contemporary Notting Hill, Man-Man and the Tree of Memories follows Man-man and his friends as they are swept up in the exuberant preparations for carnival. However, his mother is ill, and even as he dances, he desperately calls to the Queen of Revels, as old as time, to make her well again.

Swept away with his best friend Kareem and sharp-tongued sister Panama, to a place in between, the Queen of Revels plunges Man-man into Africa's past and reveals his family's heritage. As they gather around the sacred Tree of Memories, he witnesses many slaves, captives whose pain, anguish and longing are held by the tree. Man-man understands how this is draining his mother and how he must help her return to the freedom stolen from his ancestors.

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The book is celebrated for its vibrant illustrations and engaging story, capturing the rhythm of carnival and African-Caribbean culture. Reviewers highlight its colourful imagery and dynamic presentation, making it an excellent addition to libraries. It's praised for connecting readers with ancestral themes while celebrating the complexities of justice and freedom.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781837930074

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 12 October 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Zephyr

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 580g

Pages: 192

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Series: The Zephyr Collection, your child's library Yaba Badoe Young Adult

About the Author

Yaba Badoe is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and writer. Yaba was born in Ghana but now lives in London with her husband. She has been nominated for the Distinguished Woman of African Cinema award. Her children's novel, Branford Boase shortlisted A Jigsaw of Fire and Stars, Wolf Light and Jhalak Prize longlisted and Edward Stanford Children's Travel Book of the Year shortlisted Lionheart Girl are published by Zephyr. Yaba is a judge for the Jhalak Prize 2023. @yaba_badoe


Joelle Avelino is a Congolese and Angolan illustrator who grew up in the UK. She has a BA (Hons) in Illustration with Marketing from the University of Hertfordshire. Her work is inspired by her belief that people from all races and backgrounds should see themselves in the world around them.

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