Synopsis Ashraf, a South African boy who lives in a big city, dreams of the African wild.
| Details | | Publication Date: | 1992-01-01 | | Illustrator: | Nicolaas Maritz |
| Size | | Height: | 10.8 in | | Width: | 9.0 in | | Thickness: | 0.5 in | | Weight: | 12.8 oz |
Publisher's Note This spirited picture book looks at life in an African city through the eyes of a captivating young boy. As he walks along the busy streets of his town, listening to the songs of the fruit sellers and street musicians, he draws readers into the Africa he loves. Full-color illustrations.
Industry Reviews PW called this story of a city-dwelling African child "an enjoyable, if a bit slight, introduction to a faraway, multifaceted land." Ages 3-8. (May) Lopate
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