Adi of Boutanga: A Story from Cameroon by Dzotap, Alain Serge
Adi of Boutanga: A Story from Cameroon by Dzotap, Alain Serge

Adi of Boutanga: A Story from Cameroon

A coming-of-age story for middle grade readers, set among the Mbororo people of central and western Africa....
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Author: Alain Serge Dzotap
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Adi of Boutanga: A Story from Cameroon by Dzotap, Alain Serge

Adi of Boutanga: A Story from Cameroon

$28.98
Adi of Boutanga: A Story from Cameroon by Dzotap, Alain Serge

Adi of Boutanga: A Story from Cameroon

$28.98
Author: Alain Serge Dzotap
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Description
A coming-of-age story for middle grade readers, set among the Mbororo people of central and western Africa.

Thirteen-year-old Adi lives in west Cameroon, where she loves swimming in the river, making dolls for her little sisters, and writing new words in her notebook at school. But one day Adi's hands start to shake with terror. Uncle Amadou--the most powerful member of her family--has declared that Adi is old enough to get married. Mom cries softly under her hijab, but Dad whispers: "Don't worry." He knows a place where Adi can live and learn without fear...

Translated from the original French by the author, Adi of Boutanga is a memorable portrait of a girl and her family forging a path toward a brighter future. This richly illustrated book will open lasting conversations about gender equality, family relationships, and the liberating power of education. In the back matter, readers can explore an author's note, a glossary of cultural terms, and other resources about the real Adi and her experiences.

Author: Alain Serge Dzotap
Publisher: Eerdmans Books for Young Readers
Published: 04/15/2025
Pages: 60
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 8.61h x 6.31w x 0.47d
ISBN: 9780802856296
Audience: Ages 9-12


Review Citation(s):
Booklist 03/01/2025 pg. 103
Kirkus Reviews 03/15/2025
Horn Book Magazine 07/01/2025 pg. 94
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2025 - Superior,Well Above Average

About the Author
Alain Serge Dzotap is a children's author, poet, and literacy advocate. The Gift (Eerdmans), his English-language debut, was praised as "a beautiful look at the wonder of creativity and self-expression" by Kirkus Reviews. Alain's books have received the Saint-Exupéry Valeurs Jeunesse Prize and have been included in the International Youth Library's White Ravens catalog. Alain lives in Cameroon, where he has been awarded the country's medal of knight of the order of merit.

Marc Daniau is the illustrator and author of Like a Giant (Tate) and over forty other books. He created the illustrations for Adi of Boutanga using oil paint. Marc lives in France. Follow him on Instagram @mrcdniu or visit his website at marcdaniau.fr.
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