Friends and Rivals / Saaxiibo iyo Xifaaltan - Pere, Tuula
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Friends and Rivals is a powerful and beautifully illustrated bilingual English-Somali picture book that explores sibling rivalry, conflict, forgiveness, and reconciliation. Written by Tuula Pere and illustrated by Iva Duki¿, this engaging story follows two princes-Victor and Otto-whose childhood friendship turns into bitter rivalry as they grow older. Both want to succeed their father on the throne, and their competition eventually divides the entire kingdom. When the rivalry escalates, Prince Otto is imprisoned in the dungeon, and King Victor rules alone in fear and suspicion. The once-joyful…mehr

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Friends and Rivals is a powerful and beautifully illustrated bilingual English-Somali picture book that explores sibling rivalry, conflict, forgiveness, and reconciliation. Written by Tuula Pere and illustrated by Iva Duki¿, this engaging story follows two princes-Victor and Otto-whose childhood friendship turns into bitter rivalry as they grow older. Both want to succeed their father on the throne, and their competition eventually divides the entire kingdom. When the rivalry escalates, Prince Otto is imprisoned in the dungeon, and King Victor rules alone in fear and suspicion. The once-joyful land becomes troubled and silent. But hope arrives in the form of a courageous child who dares to question the king, seek the truth, and bring compassion back into the royal brothers' hearts. With the help of a mysterious wanderer and a magical lantern, the child inspires the princes to remember their past, forgive one another, and work together to rebuild the kingdom. This bilingual edition presents the full story in parallel English and Somali, making it ideal for multilingual families, bilingual education, cultural exchange, and literacy programs.Praise for Friends and Rivals "Tuula Pere delves into the complex dynamics of sibling rivalry through a captivating children's narrative, enriched by Iva Duki¿'s evocative illustrations." - Literary Titan "A truly extraordinary tale about friendship, power, and forgiveness - worthy of a Shakespearian play." - Outstanding Creator Awards "An insightful story showing how rivalry for power can corrupt even the closest relationships, teaching children to think before they act and to forgive." - Readers' FavoriteA Story of Conflict and Hope Blending emotional depth with vivid artwork, Friends and Rivals gently introduces children to themes of jealousy, power, empathy, and making amends. It highlights the importance of listening, understanding, and believing that even long-broken relationships can be healed. Perfect for bilingual readers, schools, libraries, and families seeking meaningful stories that open discussions about emotions, forgiveness, and cooperation.
Autorenporträt
Tuula Pere (b. 1958) holds a Ph.D. in Law and is an award-winning children's author from Helsinki, Finland. Her doctoral dissertation, published in 2015, examines the limits of freedom of speech in the Finnish mass media amidst the social and cultural shifts of the 1960s and 1970s. Prior to her doctoral research, Tuula Pere had a career spanning over two decades as a lawyer and held various expert and executive positions in large industrial companies.Since 2010, Tuula Pere has published over seventy children's books, many of which have been translated into multiple languages. She has also authored poetry and aphorisms for children, as well as short stories and non-fiction for adults. Tuula Pere is an avid music and sports enthusiast and a keen baker. She is married and the mother of three.