Black Folk Tales - Erick Berry

"Black Folk Tales" by Erick Berry is a captivating collection of 13 Hausa folktales from Nigeria, beautifully retold and illustrated by the author, who lived in West Africa during the 1920s. These tales reflect the rich cultural heritage and wisdom of the Hausa people, offering timeless lessons on morality, community, and the human experience. Berry's unique perspective, shaped by her life in Africa and her subsequent marriage to a British civil servant, adds depth to these narratives, making them resonate with listeners today.