"Folktales form a vital part of every culture around the world. They play their part in preserving the essence of the culture and often contain hidden morals. They give us a glimpse into the life, values and ideals of a country and suddenly the country becomes no stranger to us.
The armadillo has but one wish in life, to sing. And he is willing to sacrifice anything to gain that gift. The two young orphans endure a life of hardship and finally, they receive nothing other than divine aid. The young cowherd too receives the kindness he deserves after a tough time spent in misery.
Beautiful folktales from Latin America, wonderfully retold, charmingly illustrated!"
"Jabu is a young Zulu cowherd who happens to love his job—taking care of his father’s cattle. In fact, no one else in his village is as tactful and hardworking as he is. One fine day, when Bhubesi, the lion who has been causing havoc in the village gets caught in a trap, Jabu frees him even though instinct warns him not to. And soon he realises that an act of kindness need not always be repaid in kind."
"It is election time in the bird kingdom and everybody wants to be the king. A meeting is held among the great winged creatures to choose the king. From the magnificent Eagle to the tiny Warbler, the nominees are not willing to back off. Soon, the meeting ends in a commotion as everyone is convinced of his worth and not others’. In the end of this Zulu folktale, a race would be the only way to choose the right leader."
"Both Kalemeleme and Kinku are lonely and unhappy men in a village in Central Africa but that is where their similarity ends. Kalemeleme is kind and gentle at heart while Kinku is short-tempered and hot-headed. On a day of hunting, an act of kindness towards Moma, the mighty rock python makes Kalemeleme worthy of a special gift. When the arrogant and foolhardy Kinku expects the same, he learns that you only get what you deserve."
