A Rose for Zemira

A Rose for Zemira, is the first Beauty and the Beast story in Fred Crump's Retold series. Look for the second Beauty and the Beast version in the Retold series, which bears the familiar title 'Beauty and the Beast'. One of the oldest known fairytales, this story actually has roots in Africa. The captivating story found a second home in the hearts of Western audiences. In 'A Rose for Zemira' the story of Beauty and the Beast returns to an African setting. Relive the magic through a new dimension of the childhood favorite that is sure to be treasured. Each story in the Retold series is beautifully written, with illustrations and characters that captivate and mesmerize, making a perfect gift! Fred Crump, Jr. was born in Houston, Texas on Junes 7 1931. He received a Master's Degree in Art from Sam Houston College in 1961. He moved to Palm Springs, California and taught art at a junior high school for 32 years. After retiring from teaching, he began a career as an author and illustrator of children's books. Fred Crump created his fairytale series with the inclusion of Black children in mind, and his work has, and will continue to touch lives for generations to come. Fred Crump wrote and illustrated other picture books including Cinderella, Afrotina and the Three Bears, Rapunzel, Rumpelstilskin, Hakim and Grenita, Beauty and the Beast, A Rose for Zemira, Little Red Riding Hood just to name a few! Start your collection today!