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Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters


Big Books

No. of pages 32

Published: 1993

Great for age 7-10 years

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"Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters" tells the story of two sisters, Nyasha and Manyara, who are both vying for the attention of a prince who is searching for a bride. Nyasha is kind and gentle, while Manyara is selfish and envious. As they journey to the city to meet the prince, their true natures are revealed through a series of encounters and challenges. The tale emphasizes the themes of kindness, humility, and the importance of inner beauty over superficial qualities. Ultimately, the story highlights the rewards of good character and the consequences of jealousy. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

 

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book is part of a book series called Big Books .

This book is aimed at children in preschool-3rd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 1993 by HarperCollins Publishers Inc .

John Steptoe was born in New York and wrote and illustrated many successful children's books. His work was often informed by his experiences as a black child living in near-ghetto conditions. He is known for the almost photographic realism of his drawings. John Steptoe died in New York in 1989.

 

This book is in the following series:

Big Books

This book has been nominated for the following award:

Coretta Scott King Award - Illustrator
This book was recognised in the Illustrator category by the Coretta Scott King Award. Presented annually since 1970 by the American Library Association to books by African-America authors and illustrators, this award recognizes excellence in promoting a deeper understanding of the African-American Experience.