From the globally best-selling author of His Dark Materials comes this vivid retelling of the story of Aladdin, which has delighted young and old for centuries. Richly illustrated throughout, this sumptuous edition has been created especially for a new generation to enjoy. With magic and mischief in equal measure, Philip Pullman's storytelling is sure to captivate readers everywhere.
When Handa, who lives in a Kenyan village, sets out to visit her friend in the next village with a basketful of tropical fruits on her head, the animals she passes on the way take advantage of the opportunity.
