African and Caribbean Folktales, Myths and Legends

by Wendy Shearer

Enjoy a rich collection of folktales, myths and legends from all over Africa and the Caribbean, re-told for young readers. From the trickster tales of Anansi the spider, to the story of how the leopard got his spots; from the tale of the king who wanted to touch the moon, to Aunt Misery's magical starfruit tree. This book includes traditional favourites and classic folktales and mythology.

Paperback

Published September 2, 2021

About the author

I'm a performance storyteller, oral historian and author of Guyanese heritage. I spend my time telling, writing and capturing African and Caribbean folklore, myths and legends. I love reading black women's literature and African and Caribbean history.