Alexander McCall Smith 
The Girl Who Married A Lion 
Folktales From Africa

How can a girl possibly have married a lion? How can a man have a tress growing out of his head? And how can a woman have children made of wax? The stories in this collection make these questions seem simple, everyday ones — then deftly supplies simple, everyday answers. Surprising and humorous, these beautifully rendered tales demonstrate Mc Call Smith»s renowned storytelling skills.