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The Story of Little Black Sambo, and The Story of Little Black Mingo

By Helen Bannerman

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

A clever child outwits ferocious jungle animals, while a brave girl escapes a cruel oppressor and a swamp monster through friendship and wit.

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1998-05-01
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Summary

"The Story of Little Black Sambo, and The Story of Little Black Mingo" by Helen Bannerman is a collection of early 20th-century children's stories, each designed to entertain and subtly teach youngsters about wit and bravery. One story features a resourceful boy who manages to outsmart a group of hungry tigers through clever bartering and a bit of luck, turning their greed against themselves; the other tale follows a brave girl who uses friendship and ingenuity to escape a wicked guardian and a dangerous swamp creature, leading to the creature's downfall. Both narratives invite young readers into imaginative worlds where cleverness triumphs over threat, all while delivering gentle lessons wrapped in playful storytelling.

About the Author

Helen Brodie Cowan Bannerman was a Scottish children's writer. She is best known for her first book, Little Black Sambo (1899).

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