sorman0110's review against another edition
4.0
Beautiful illustrations. This is an African Tale closely based on the story of Cinderella. Great theme in the topic!
crystal_reading's review against another edition
4.0
Caldecott Honor 1988
Beautiful pictures and amusing Cinderella like tale.
Beautiful pictures and amusing Cinderella like tale.
guineapiggirl's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
ladyloisreads's review against another edition
Favorite story as a child. Very memorable and beautiful artwork. Teaches a lesson but not in an overbearing way.
kriseaf's review against another edition
5.0
Phenomenal. Absolutely stunning. The story was excellently told and had a fantastic moral, but the artwork really elevated this to being a masterpiece through and through.
mat_tobin's review against another edition
4.0
An African folk-retelling formed around the Cinderella trope, Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters tells the story of two young women who are to vie for the affections of their King who seeks a wife. Whilst both sisters are loved by the community, Manyara sees herself a victim and bitter jealousy sinks in. She attempts to ostricise her better-natured sister from her father and the others in the hope of being chosen to be queen. Set a task by powers beyond their understanding or knowledge, both sisters' true natures eventually reveal themselves.
I found Steptoe's illustrations to be beautiful. Inspired by Zimbabwain ruins and local flora and fauna of the region, in wanting to present as accurately as possible, he asked for guidance from the Afro-American Institute. As authentic as it (possibly) was, it was interesting to see a review from the great Errol Lloyd which was not as flattering as I would have expected, calling out on the romanticised depiction of Africa.
I found Steptoe's illustrations to be beautiful. Inspired by Zimbabwain ruins and local flora and fauna of the region, in wanting to present as accurately as possible, he asked for guidance from the Afro-American Institute. As authentic as it (possibly) was, it was interesting to see a review from the great Errol Lloyd which was not as flattering as I would have expected, calling out on the romanticised depiction of Africa.
amysutton's review against another edition
5.0
This is a great lesson on inner beauty and being kind.
This book works well for lessons on theme and character traits.
This book works well for lessons on theme and character traits.
a_manning11's review against another edition
5.0
This African tale, similar to Cinderella, tells the story of a two sisters - one good and kind and the other lazy and selfish. The beautiful illustrations are a tale in themselves.
Illustrated by John Steptoe.
Illustrated by John Steptoe.
mrsbond's review against another edition
3.0
Nyasha lives with her wicked sister and oblivious father. Nyasha always acts out of kindness while her sister Manayara thinks only of being queen.
jessiek04's review against another edition
5.0
Love, love, love this book! A beautiful story that is equally beautifully illustrated!