Juni Ba's Djeliya is a stunning graphic novel retelling,
recontextualization, and remix of the West African Sundiata epic of
Mandé origin.
Inspired by West African folklore and stories handed over centuries,
this unique graphic novel follows the adventures of Mansour Keita, last
prince of a dying kingdom, and Awa Kouyaté, his loyal Djeli, or 'royal
storyteller' as they journey to meet the great wizard who destroyed
their world and then withdrew into his tower, never to be seen again.
On their journey, they'll cross paths with friend and foe, from myth and
legend alike, and revisit the traditions, tales, and stories that gave
birth to their people and nurture them still. But what dark secret lies
at the heart of these stories, and what purpose do their tellers truly
serve?