Legendary Underdogs: Ali Baba/Sunjata

(Hardback)

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Discover tales of heroes who defied incredible odds, featuring a story of Ali Baba (an Arabian tale) and of Sunjata (a West African legend).

In a beloved story from Arabian Nights, the humble Ali Baba discovers a secret cave full of priceless treasure. The problem Forty bandits have hidden it there. When Ali Baba takes some riches for his family, the secret soon gets out. And Ali Baba will have to outfight or outwit a legion of thieves.

Sunjata, warrior king of Mali, leader of West African legend, begins life unable to pull a bowunable to even walk. But a prophesy tells of his becoming the mansa of the Mande peoplethe greatest king ever to rule. As a rival army and sinister sorcerer move to challenge him, will Sunjata be able to claim his destiny

Two-in-one editions featuring enduring myths and legends from a variety of cultures, retold in action-packed graphic-novel style.

Author Bio

Marie P. Croall lives in Cary, North Carolina. She has written for Marvel, DC Comics, Moonstone Books, Devils Due, and Harris Comics, and has completed a self-published graphic novel and a short film.

Justine Fontes earned a B.A. in English Literature from New York University and worked at various publishing houses before becoming a freelance writer. She has written over 500 children's books with her husband Ron Fontes. They live in Readfield, Maine.

Ron Fontes is a prolific artist and co-author of over 500 children's books with his wife, Justine. He was a theater major at Austin Peay State University and has worked in film, advertising, and publishing. He now lives in Readfield, Maine.
Illustrator Biography81Sandy Carruthers attended Holland College where he trained as a graphic artist and then studied illustration at Sheridan College in Ontario. In 1992, he began teaching graphic design while creating comic art on the side. He is based in Mount Albion.

Clint Hilinski has worked as an illustrator for DC, Image, Dark Horse, and many other companies. He studied art at the University of Wisconsin, Superior, where he received his Bachelor's degree in fine art. He currently lives in Esko, Minnesota.