Sophie and the Locust Curse
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Sophie and the Locust Curse

Author: Stephen Davies

Binding: Paperback

Imprint: Andersen Press

Sophie Books Series

Age 7+

Adventure Stories

Sophie and Gidaado are back and this time the enemy is more dangerous than camel thief Moussa ag Litni. Locusts with their crop-devouring mandibles threaten the livelihood of the entire Oudalan Province. Gidaado is forced to become a crier announcing local news and the descriptions of missing cows. With Sophie's help, Gidaado's announcements become great hits! Who could resist Gidaado's crooning "Has anybody seen my Skinny Legs?"

Creators

Stephen Davies is a missionary living amongst Fulani herders in West Africa. He speaks Fulfulde, eats millet, accompanies cattle-drives and preaches the gospel in culturally relevant ways. At present he is working towards the set-up of a Fulfulde radio station which will broadcast news, griot music and advice about cows, crops and health. He also writes for the Guardian Weekly (Letters from Bukina Faso) and occasionally for the Sunday Times. Have a look at his website: www.voiceinthedesert.org.uk

Stephen Davies

Davies, Stephen

Reviews

This classy tale is as much a snapshot of West Africa as an adventure, but it has a thrilling camel race and a surprising denouement.

Daily Telegraph

A rich and fascinating insight into West African culture.

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Product Information

Binding: Paperback
ISBN13: 9781842706251
Australia RRP: $12.99
New Zealand RRP: $14.99
Publication Date: 1/3/2007
Trim Size: 129 x 198 mm
Extent: 80
Age Range: 7 - 9
Imprint: Andersen Press
Themes: JUVENILE FICTION > Action & Adventure > General
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