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One Night in Benin City
One Night in Benin City
A warm, joyful picture book that brings the magic of Christmas to the ancient kingdom of Benin City — where three families discover that kindness, respect, and generosity are gifts that know no borders.
Written by paediatric speech and language therapist Esosa Evbonaye, this beautifully illustrated story weaves together Edo culture, language, and tradition with the universal spirit of giving.
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A story of culture, kindness and Christmas magic
Set in the heart of Benin City — one of West Africa’s most ancient and powerful kingdoms — this story follows three families as they experience an unexpected visitor on a magical night.
The book introduces children to Edo language, Benin Kingdom history, and the rich cultural traditions of Nigeria — all through the warmth of a Christmas story that every child can love.
- Culturally richCelebrates Benin Kingdom heritage and Edo language
- Language-richIncludes an Edo glossary and pronunciation guide
- Themes of kindnessDual themes of kindness and respect throughout
- EducationalIncludes author’s note on Benin Kingdom history
Illustrations in progress
Beautiful full-colour artwork is currently being created. Register your interest above to be notified when the book launches.
“December 24th had finally arrived, and his sleigh was ready to fly all the way to Benin City — a bright city rich in history.”
Available in print and ebook
One Night in Benin City will be available in three formats — perfect for reading together, gifting, or adding to your school library.
Paperback
Perfect for everyday reading and gifting. Beautiful full-colour illustrations throughout.
Hardback
A premium edition — ideal as a keepsake gift for birthdays, Christmas, and special occasions.
Ebook
Available as ePub and PDF — read on any device, anywhere in the world.
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