Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Igbo heroes, deities,
creatures, folktales, and myths, including Chineke the creator, Ana,
Igwe, Anyanwu, Ekwensu, and more, plus the story of the first mermaid,
the legend of Udenolu the shapeshifting crow, and the story of the
tortoise and the Lion King.
The first definitive collection of Igbo legends and traditions for kids,
this book explores the mythological origins of the Igbo people, the
ancient Nri Kingdom, and Igbo cosmology before delving into the Alusi,
or the core Igbo deities. Following this introduction to the pantheon of
gods and goddesses, a collection of the most popular Igbo myths,
folktales, and legends will immerse kids in exciting stories of
tricksters, shapeshifters, and heroes, including:
The perfect book for kids who are fascinated by Greek mythology or love
the Rick Riordan series, Introduction to Igbo Mythology for Kids
offers a fun look into the stories, history, and figures that
characterize Igbo culture.