Amana

KAMA SYWOR KAMANDA will visit the UK to promote his work in July 2016.

In ancient Nubia, the child Amana was born. Looked after by his grandfather, he was protected from men and spirits and taught how to use weapons and to command men with pride and energy. This is well-loved tale from one of Africa's most celebrated storytellers is lavishly illustrated in colour by the Japanese artist Izumi Ishikawa.This is one of the best-loved stories by Africa's most celebrated storyteller, Kama Sywor Kamanda, lavishly illustrated by the Japanese artist Izumi IshikawaIn Kerma, a country in ancient Nubia near the source of the river Nile, a child who was a god was born. His name was Amana. His grandfather looked after him as his parents had been carried away by spirits. One day, the king of Meroe, who had no sons, decided to adopt him. His grandfather, knowing that his future lay elsewhere, allowed him to go to where his destiny called him.The oracles had predicted that Amana would be the first king of a reunited Egypt. Will the young prince from Nubia overcome the unimaginable challenges on the way and fulfil his destiny?