The Orange Fairy Book

"The Orange Fairy Book" by Andrew Lang is a treasury of captivating fairy tales, reworked for young readers, that gathers stories from around the world. This compilation presents folklore emphasizing virtues like bravery and cleverness, each presented as exciting stories. In the beginning, the book explains that these stories come from verbal traditions across diverse cultures, such as African and Native American stories. One of the early tales introduces Makoma, a strong hero from Senna, who faces crocodiles and other big creatures. He goes on an adventurous journey, growing as a person while making friends and beating tough enemies along the way. The tales pull readers into a world of imagination and important lessons.