An illustrated retelling of the story of Sundiata, who overcame physical handicaps, social disgrace, and strong opposition to rule Mali in the thirteenth century.
"When the village is terrorized by a lion, the hunter Kambili wishes to track down the beast. However, his wife Kumba steps in to warn him that the lion is actually an evil wizard. Together the brave Kumba and Kambili prove no match for the lion-man"--Provided by publisher.
Provides an overview of the empires of medieval West Africa, including Ghana, Mali, and Songhay, discussing significant people, places, ideas, and events, and examining their development and influence on Islam.
Presents a comprehensive history of the early medieval civilizations in West Africa beginning around 1200 AD and including the Mali, Songhay, and Ghana empires, and describes their culture, religious practices, people, and way of life.
Discusses the history, culture, religion, traditions, and daily life of the Malinke, West African people who live in the Manding Highlands near the upper Niger River.
A retelling in comic strip form of the African epic in which an ugly, crippled child grows up to become the liberator and founder of the great empire of old Mali.
