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32 Books Celebrating Africa

32 Books Celebrating Africa

You can borrow these books for FREE through the Boston Public Library (BPL) or preview them through our affiliate link on Amazon.

Shuri is Brave! (Marvel: Black Panther)
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A beautifully illustrated introduction to Black Panther. You'll meet his family, and learn why Wakanda is so special. Not yet available at the Boston Public Library.

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The Ghanaian Goldilocks
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A Ghanaian twist on the British fairytale, Goldilocks and the Three Bears. This version stars a young boy named Kofi who earns the nickname Goldilocks, because his hair forms gold tips from hours playing under the sun. Available for FREE on ComCat (Massachusetts Library Catalog).

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Desmond and the Very Mean Word
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A story of forgiveness by Desmond Tutu.

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Pocket Bio: Nelson Mandela
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Meet Nelson Mandela who started the first black law firm in South Africa, later became the first black President and changed the world.

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Bottle Tops: The Art of El Anatsui
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Meet Ghanaian artist El Anatsui who makes incredible art out of bottle tops.

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Idia of the Benin Kingdom
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Meet a beautiful dancer who learns warrior tactics from her dad, botanical healing from her mom, and later becomes the first Queen Mother of Benin.

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I Am You: A Book About Ubuntu
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Ubuntu is an ancient African philosophy that believes we are one. The book's opening line reads..."when I look into your eyes, I see myself. I am you."

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