Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters: An African Tale
by John Steptoe, and published by Lothrop
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Steptoe's glowing palette captures the brilliant hues of the dense African forest in a time long past where everyone agreed that Mufaro's daughters were very beautiful. In the classic folktale tradition, gentle Nyasha justly earns the title "Most Worthy and Beautiful" and becomes queen in spite of temperamental Manyara's deceitful actions. The hot light of day and cool shadows of night mold the regal figures, accenting facial expressions and lending a mystical aura to a noble story.
Awards Won
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Randolph Caldecott Medal
91´«Ã½The Caldecott Medal was named in honor of nineteenth-century English illustrator Randolph Caldecott. It is awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the 91´«Ã½, to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children.
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1988 - Honor(s) |
