Collection of traditional folk tales introduces a host of interesting people and unusual animals — among them "The Cricket and the Toad," "The Tortoise and Hi

Presents twenty-one traditional tales from West Africa, including "The Greedy but Cunning Tortoise," "The Boy in the Drum," and "The Magic Cooking Pot."

Thirty-six tales from Africa's Gold Coast, include several "Anansi tales" as well as stories about many African animals.

Tricksters and animals play an important role in West African folklore with stories that entertain but serve a moral purpose. Traditions and local tales revel i

Sun and Moon must leave their earthly home after Sun invites the Sea to visit.