Anansi and the Golden Pot

Award-winning author Taiye Selasi reimagines the story of Anansi, the much-loved trickster, for a new generation in this charming tale of greed and the importance of sharing. With colorful illustrations by Tinuke Fagborun, the book is sure to be treasured by children for years to come.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 05 January 2023
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Allow me to introduce myself. But he needed no introduction. Anansi the spider! said Anansi the boy. The tales were true! Traditional tales are always true, the spider answered, laughing. Nothing lasts so long as truth, nor travels quite so far.

Now in paperback! Award-winning author of Ghana Must Go, Taiye Selasi, reimagines the story of Anansi, the much-loved trickster, for a new generation. Kweku has grown up hearing stories about the mischievous spider Anansi. He is given the nickname Anansi by his father because of his similarly cheeky ways. On a holiday to visit his beloved Grandma in Ghana, Anansi the spider and Anansi the boy meet, and discover a magical pot that can be filled with whatever they want. Anansi fills it again and again with his favorite red-red stew, and eats so much that he feels sick. Will he learn to share this wonderful gift?

This charming retelling of a West African story teaches readers about the dangers of greed, and the importance of being kind. Tinuke Fagborun's colorful illustrations bring the magic and wonder of the tale to life. When you've finished sharing the story, you can also find out more about the origins of Anansi folktales. This beautiful storybook is one that children will treasure forever.

Weight: 176g
Dimension: 240 x 240 x 7 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780241625910