Mũndũũme Wa Mbee

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This document, titled "Mũndũũme Wa Mbee," is a story by Anna Kula and illustrated by Jemma Kahn, published by the African Storybook Initiative in 2014. It is available under a Creative Commons license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/), allowing for non-commercial adaptation and distribution under the same terms. The story is presented in both English and Kamba, originating from Kenya. It begins with an introduction to a time when the land was dry, with cracked earth and sparse vegetation, and dark, winding paths. In these paths lived two snakes: one large and black, the other small and weak. One day, a great earthquake shook the ground, causing the earth to crack and revealing a dazzling world above with colorful landscapes and numerous beings. The snakes, intrigued, decided to explore this new world. The smaller snake expressed concern about how they would climb to the surface, fearing they would just slide back down. However, the larger snake reassured it, comparing their journey to birds flying effortlessly. Together, the snakes coiled and began to ascend. Upon reaching the surface, they found a barren, sandy landscape. The story concludes with a depiction of their journey upwards to a new, revealed world.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryStory & Novel

FormatPDF

Pages16

Reading Time25 min

FAQs

Who are the author and illustrator of "Mũndũũme Wa Mbee"?

The author of "Mũndũũme Wa Mbee" is Anna Kula, and the illustrations are by Jemma Kahn.

What is the subject matter of "Mũndũũme Wa Mbee"?

"Mũndũũme Wa Mbee" is a folktale translation from Southern Africa, presented in English and Kamba, telling a story about two snakes.

What are the terms of use for "Mũndũũme Wa Mbee"?

The work is published under a Creative Commons license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/), which allows for non-commercial use, adaptation, and distribution under the same or similar license, requiring proper attribution.

Jul 19, 2026

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