Mamantso moves to the mountains
This book is suitable for children aged 6 to 8. While picture books are often categorized for young readers, they are actually suitable for all ages because they offer layers of meaning, artistic expression, and universal themes that resonate with readers at various stages of life: Available on Amazon. 2nd edition: ISBN: 9798395156112
Mamantso decides to take care of his grandfather. His decision leads to a series of obstacles that he has to overcome. He faces the dangers of nature as well as the deception of Heitsi Eibib, the god of nature. Through trickery and promises Heitsi EIbib guides Mamantso along his path and up the mountain.
THE BUSHMAN STORY IS TO COMFORT AND CONSOLE
As Coral Fourie quotes Francois Stroh, so do I “ “The Bushman story is to comfort and console, the Bushman story is to heal, the Bushman story is to motivate and encourage, the Bushman story is to teach and educate and finally it is to amuse. It is therefore clear that the Bushman story is not only a genre but more of a ‘mental medication’ which is inflicted by means of words; words together with gesticulation, expression and mimic mixed with the symbolism until the unseen becomes clear and true – that is the crux of a Bushman story. When you comprehend and understand that, then a Bushman story becomes so enjoyable that you can ‘eat and indulge in it’.”” Coral Fourie
As Coral Fourie quotes Francois Stroh, so do I “ “The Bushman story is to comfort and console, the Bushman story is to heal, the Bushman story is to motivate and encourage, the Bushman story is to teach and educate and finally it is to amuse. It is therefore clear that the Bushman story is not only a genre but more of a ‘mental medication’ which is inflicted by means of words; words together with gesticulation, expression and mimic mixed with the symbolism until the unseen becomes clear and true – that is the crux of a Bushman story. When you comprehend and understand that, then a Bushman story becomes so enjoyable that you can ‘eat and indulge in it’.”” Coral Fourie
Mamantso Moves to the Mountains
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"Little Reed Alone in the Whirlpool" - Eugene Marais
Many years ago Prof. T.T. Cloete reviewed the story of 'Little Reed alone in the Whirlpool' with us at the university in Potchefstroom, South Africa. It was only one of the many exciting lectures we've had with him in the linguistic course, and Little Reed stayed with me for ever. After I've started teaching little children, the story of Little Reed developed into 'Mamantso Moves to the Mountains.'
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"Little Reed Alone in the Whirlpool" - Eugene Marais
Many years ago Prof. T.T. Cloete reviewed the story of 'Little Reed alone in the Whirlpool' with us at the university in Potchefstroom, South Africa. It was only one of the many exciting lectures we've had with him in the linguistic course, and Little Reed stayed with me for ever. After I've started teaching little children, the story of Little Reed developed into 'Mamantso Moves to the Mountains.'
Afrikaanse weergawe. ISBN: 9798651740062
"Mamantso moves to the Mountains" is also available as dual-language book.
MAMANTSO: Dual Language - English / Hindi ISBN: 9781678412715
MAMANTSO: Dual Lanuage - English / French ISBN: 9798616775054