The Answered Prayer and Other Yemenite Folktales »

Yemenite Jews were the victims of harsh laws and persecution, and out of their troubled lives came tales of joy as well as sorrow. When the Jews left Yemen for Israel, the stories came with them, reflecting their culture, their heritage, and their struggle to survive.

Mishael Caspi collected these stories and translated them for Sharlya Gold, who adapted them for children. Illustrations by Marjory Wunsch achieve the authenticity and spirit of Yemenite life.

This collection of 12 folktales...is sure to entertain new readers and introduce them to the rich lore of this ancient culture.