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Tales Told in Tents
By Sally Pomme Clayton
An original intermingling of stories, travel reminiscences and homespun wisdom.
On her travels in the Central Asia region, Sally Pomme Clayton has accumulated a wealth of folklore and knowledge of nomadic cultures. The 12 exotic retellings of stories related to the author in storytelling tents are linked by a mix of memories spiced with homespun wisdom, as she retraces her steps through Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tadjikistan and Afghanistan.
- Brilliantly-patterned artwork, together with a glossary and brief notes, combine to reveal the richness of these little-known, faraway lands of Central Asia.
About the author
Sally Pomme Clayton is an internationally acclaimed storyteller and an award-winning playwright. Her previous books include the "Girl with Golden Fingers" series, illustrated by Tony Ross.
About the illustrator
Sophie Herxheimer is a well-travelled freelance illustrator. her previous titles include "Tales of Amazing Maidens" and "Wonder Tales".
ISBN:
9781845072780
Imprint:
Frances Lincoln
Distributor:
TL Distribution in Australia & Macmillan Publishers in New Zealand
Binding:
Paperback
Release Date:
November 1, 2006
Dimensions:
210 x 270mm, 48pp
Stock Status:
Backlist title
Australian RRP:
$14.95
New Zealand RRP:
$16.99
Stock Level:
Low Stock