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The Tortoise and the Hare: A West African Graphic Folktale
The Tortoise and the Hare: A West African Graphic Folktale
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When a tortoise challenges a hare to a race, the hare quickly becomes overconfident and underestimates the tortoise's speed. The tortoise wins the race by taking advantage.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 18 January 2024
Publisher: Capstone Global Library Ltd
When a tortoise challenges a hare to a race, a hilarious and unexpected outcome ensues. This popular West African tale, retold in Discover Graphics: Global Folktales, showcases the power of wit and determination.
The tortoise, known for its slow and steady pace, confidently accepts the hare's challenge, believing in its own abilities. The hare, on the other hand, underestimates the tortoise and arrogantly assumes it will easily win the race.
As the race begins, the hare sprints ahead, leaving the tortoise far behind. But the tortoise, undeterred, keeps plodding forward, using its unwavering determination to catch up.
Meanwhile, the hare becomes complacent and stops to take a short nap, thinking it has the race in the bag. However, when it awakens, it is shocked to find the tortoise almost at the finish line.
In a burst of speed, the tortoise overtakes the hare and crosses the finish line first, much to the hare's disbelief. The crowd erupts in cheers as the tortoise triumphantly raises its shell, celebrating its unexpected victory.
This tale teaches us an important lesson about the power of perseverance and the importance of not underestimating others. The tortoise's slow and steady approach proves to be its greatest strength, and it demonstrates that slow and steady wins the race.
Discover Graphics: Global Folktales is a captivating collection of retold tales from around the world, featuring vibrant illustrations and engaging storytelling. Whether you are a fan of graphic novels or just looking for a fun and educational read, this book is sure to entertain and inspire you.
So, what happens when a tortoise challenges a hare to a race? Read this popular West African tale and find out for yourself!
Weight: 88g
Dimension: 147 x 229 x 5 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398248717
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