Njinga of Ndongo and Matamba

Njinga of Ndongo and Matamba is the true story of a girl who had adifficult birth but went on to become the Queen of two ancient Africankingdoms.Revered for her wisdom, courage, and strength, Njinga became adominant political figure in Angola in the 1600s.This richly illustratedchildren's book tells her story and the challenges she faced from the day shewas born.Njinga must overcome the jealousy of her brother, the loss of herfather, and the encroachment of the Portuguese at the dawn of a time of greattrial for the African continent.This is the story of hope and courage thatshows every young girl is capable of greatness.