Sirga: Queen of the African Bush

by René Guillot, Joan Kiddell-Monroe (Illustrator)

Broché.

192 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1959

About the author

René Paul Guillot (1900-1969) was an author who lived, worked and traveled in French Africa and wrote primarily for children. His works have been translated to many languages and have been included in school required reading in many countries.

After studying science, René Guillot moved to Senegal to work as a teacher, spending over 20 years in Africa. Most of the material for his many books comes from this time.

In 1964, he received the "Hans Christian Andersen Award" for the novel, Fodai and the Leopard-Men. Three of his books have been adapted to film, while a live-action version of Little Dog Lost featuring a Welsh Corgi, was made for the "Disneyland" show and was broadcast in 1963.

Reviews

[Ruysan · Rating 5 out of 5]

A rare masterwork by a french author unfortunately not as widely known as he ought to be. I read this book initially in spanish, and loved every second. The writing is like a song, simple, clear, extraordinary. I look forward to read the book again in the original language. Kpo the panther, and Ouoro the chimp are other wonderful books of this author.

[Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really love this book! Being a prolific reader, and having read so many books there are some that stand out far more than others. This book is one of those rare books you will always remember.