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Books by Gerald McDermott

Gerald McDermott was an American film-maker, creator of children's picture books, and expert on mythology. His creative works typically combine bright colors and styles with ancient imagery. His picture books feature folktales and cultures from all around the world.

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Pig-Boy

by: Gerald McDermott
Publication date: April 6, 2009
Pig-Boy
The mischievous, shape-shifting Pig-Boy gets in trouble with both the King and Pele, the goddess of fire, but always manages to slip away as his grandmother has told him to do.

Jabuti the Tortoise

by: Gerald McDermott
Publication date: September 1, 2005
Jabuti the Tortoise
All the birds enjoy the song-like flute music of Jabutf, the tortoise, except Vulture who, jealous because he cannot sing, tricks Jabutf into riding his back toward a festival planned by the King of Heaven. By the creator of Raven: A Trickster Tale from the Pacific Northwest. 30,000 first printing.

Raven

by: Gerald McDermott
Publication date: September 1, 2001
Raven
Raven, the trickster, wants to give people the gift of light. But can he find out where Sky Chief keeps it? And if he does, will he be able to escape without being discovered? His dream seems impossible, but if anyone can find a way to bring light to the world, wise and clever Raven can!

Arrow to the Sun

by: Gerald McDermott
Publication date: February 24, 1977
Arrow to the Sun
An adaptation of the Pueblo Indian myth which explains how the spirit of the Lord of the Sun was brought to the world of men.

Anansi the Spider: A Tale from the Ashanti

by: Gerald McDermott
Publication date: January 1, 1972
Anansi the Spider: A Tale from the Ashanti

Anansi the Spider is one of the great folk heroes of the world. He is a rogue, a mischief-maker, and a wise, lovable creature who triumphs over larger foes.

In this traditional Ashanti tale, Anansi sets out on a long, difficult journey. Threatened by Fish and Falcon, he is saved from terrible fates by his sons. But which of his sons should Anansi reward? Calling upon Nyame, the God of All Things, Anansi solves his predicament in a touching and highly resourceful fashion.

In adapting this popular folktale, Gerald McDermott merges the old with the new, combining bold, rich color with traditional African design motifs and authentic Ashanti language rhythms.

Anansi the Spider is a 1973 Caldecott Honor Book.

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