Magic doll : a children's book inspired by African art
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Nouhen, Elodie, illustrator.
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New York : Prestel, 2020.
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Franklin Ave. Library - Children's Picture Books - Children
Yabouza, A.
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South Side Library - Children's Picture Books - Children
Yabouza, A.
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Published
New York : Prestel, 2020.
Format
Book
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1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 33 cm
Language
English

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"In a small village in West Africa, a young girl explains the special way she was born. Her mother had difficulty getting pregnant, so she seeks help in the form of a doll which she treats like a human baby, carrying it on her back and covering it with kisses. Months go by and finally the woman's belly begins to grow! This beautiful story explores the Akua-Ba fertility figures of the Akan people of Ghana, while also depicting the deep love a mother has for her children. Élodie Nouhen's subtle, gorgeous illustrations combine collage and prints that are reminiscent of traditional African art, while remaining uniquely contemporary. Each spread communicates the look and feel of West Africa--the blazing yellow of the sun, the deep blue of the sky, the richly patterned textiles, and vibrant flora and fauna. Adrienne Yabouza's text echoes the rhythms of life in her homeland--the Central African Republic. The book closes with a short introduction to African art and the importance of fertility statues in African cultures." --Amazon.com.

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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Yabouza, A., & Nouhen, E. (2020). Magic doll: a children's book inspired by African art . Prestel.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Yabouza, Adrienne, 1965- and Elodie, Nouhen. 2020. Magic Doll: A Children's Book Inspired By African Art. Prestel.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Yabouza, Adrienne, 1965- and Elodie, Nouhen. Magic Doll: A Children's Book Inspired By African Art Prestel, 2020.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Yabouza, Adrienne, and Elodie Nouhen. Magic Doll: A Children's Book Inspired By African Art Prestel, 2020.

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