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💖Sankofa Newsletter                        Birthday Bonus Book Review: Ethiopian Fairy Tale

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Ethiopian Fairy Tale
By Vladimir N. Karadzhov (2017)

     The period of the 1600s C.E. was a time of empires, human bondage, and commercial armadas. Mateo is an idealistic young boy who lives in the seaside village of Alicante, Spain. The historical fiction book: Ethiopian Fairy Tale by Vladimir N. Karadzhov (2017, 80 pages, kindle edition) invites us into the world of Mateo. This youth is prone to philosophical reflections and longs to contribute something meaningful to society. He calls this potential contribution, a “treasure,” which will improve the lives of others. Life in his hometown is full of seafarer tales of distant lands, a marketplace of imported exotic fruit, and a beautiful 9^th century Moorish castle. All of these things, beckons him to seek adventure in the East. Soon he’s aboard a ship, sailing into the Mediterranean Sea.  

     Mateo travels to several countries and finds adventure on both the sea and land. While traveling on the Nile River he reflects: “The river was the one to sustain and satisfy the needs of the majestic Egyptian Empire and, as he would find out later- of other countries along its banks” (kindle p. 48). He comes to a crossroads upon the water and must decide to travel to the east or the west. He makes a decision and enters a new land that amazes him: “Mateo was astonished to find that this far-off African state was mostly Christian. What is more- Ethiopia might have been the first Christian country in the world” (kindle p. 50). He continues on the journey to find his beloved treasure. Will he be successful?

     This was an enjoyable read, that likens to part Indiana Jones and part introduction to philosophy, as a well written historical fiction. There are a few illustrations and engaging descriptions of the sea and various countries. The book does incorporate some accurate historical details and includes thoughtful footnotes. From my viewpoint, a paradoxical thread weaves itself into this “treasure” and its effects. However, this is a good book that satisfies a desire for adventure and allows for contemplative afterthoughts.     

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