The Girl Who Married A Lion

The Ndebele people of Matabeleland, Zimbabwe, from whom these stories originate, are renowned as the proud descendants of the Zulu nation. They are also the possessors of a language rich in beauty and musicality.

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Fans of The No.1 Ladies Detective Agency can now share Alexander McCall Smith with their children An enchanting collection of simple, accessible tales introduced by the author, with integrated hand drawn illustrations High profile marketing campaign promoting both the illustrated children and the adult editions, including national advertising How can a girl possibly have married a lion? How can a man have a tress growing out of his head? And how can a woman have children made of wax? The stories in this collection make these questions seem simple, everyday ones - then supplies simple, everyday answers. Illustrated throughout, these delightful tales will enthral and captivate children of all ages.