19 Of The Best Ethiopian Books
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- 09 Aug 2022
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If you enjoy — need, even — a cup of hot coffee to wake up each morning, there is a high chance you are consuming a drink that originated in Ethiopia. Known for its delicious coffee beans, gold medallists, and rock-hewn churches, Ethiopia is home to 117 million people, making it the 12th most populous country in the world (2nd in Africa), and it borders several countries: Eritrea, Somalia, Kenya, Sudan, and Djibouti. If this is all new info to you, and you would like to get to know Ethiopia more closely, travel and experiencing the country’s culture is always the best choice. This is not, however, an option widely available to everyone, so what we are presenting with the list below is your second-best option: to learn more about this wonderful country through Ethiopian books.
We have fiction and nonfiction, books for children, and for adults; 19 Ethiopian books to choose from — some of which were the recipients of renowned awards. Let’s dive into them.
CHILDREN’S ETHIOPIAN BOOKS
THE LION’S WHISKERS: AN ETHIOPIAN FOLK TALE
In this Ethiopian folk tale, in order to gain the trust of her stepson, a stepmother must pluck three whiskers off a lion’s chin.
As the stepmother conquers the trust of the lion, she starts to figure out the ways in which to establish a good relationship with her own stepson. Read More...
