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In this vibrant tale of West African folklore, Anansi the spider lures Turtle into a party designed solely to play a trick on him. Turtle, however, orchestrates a clever retort and hosts a counter‑party, turning the tables on his mischievous host. The story highlights the themes of cunning, friendship, and the art of planning a clever comeback. Geared toward young readers, the book combines humor with a playful moral about cleverness and justice, drawing on legendary traditions of Anansi and the simple, relatable character of Turtle.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Eric A. Kimmel
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