Tales from India

Brazil

African Dream

Ko Te Hiakai Tangata: Te Taniwha o Tuarā-rangaia

Passover

Tonweya and the Eagles

Down in the Forest

Me'ma and the Great Mountain

The Sky Queen by Mamang Dai is a tale that weaves together the folklore, history, and the rich tapestry of traditions of the Adi people of Arunachal Pradesh, India. The story is centered around the character of the Sky Queen, a powerful and enigmatic figure who is deeply connected to the spiritual and natural world. The narrative explores themes of identity, cultural heritage, and the relationship between humans and the environment. Through lyrical prose and vivid imagery, Dai captures the essence of the Adi culture and imparts important lessons about the significance of preserving indigenous traditions and respecting the land. The book is a celebration of the resilience and wisdom of the Adi people, as well as a poignant reminder of the universal human connection to the skies and stars above us.

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Tales from India

Bali Rai, 2017

Brazil

Marion Morrison, 1988

African Dream

Tyan Wyss, 2006

Ko Te Hiakai Tangata: Te Taniwha o Tuarā-rangaia

Hirini Moko Mead, 1999

Passover

Molly Aloian, 2009

Tonweya and the Eagles

Rosebud Yellow Robe, Jerry Pinkney, 1992

Down in the Forest

Yvonne Morrison, Jenny Cooper, 2020

Me'ma and the Great Mountain

Allison Outschoorn, Lorin Morgan-Richards, 2012