In this tale from Cameroon, Yoyo has to make amends when she offends Brother Coin, the Great Spirit of the Market, by asking too high a price for her bitterleaf stew. Includes a recipe for a version of bitterleaf stew.
Describes, in simple text and illustrations, the special characteristics of different types of markets throughout the world, from the Fulton Fish Market in New York to Durbar Square in Nepal where temples rise like pagodas behind the flute sellers.
Tess and Wee Boy observe the farm animals, wonder at the sword-swallower, hear playing of pipes, and experience all the excitement of a country fair in Ireland.
Argues that the American dream is actually causing more harm than good, making people spend too much time focusing on their career and preventing them from enjoying their families, and encourages people to avoid the "market mania" that consumes Americans and instead begin enjoying the simple things in life.