Fatima the Spinner and the Tent -- Fatima la fileuse et la tente

The story follows Fatima, a young woman whose life is marked by a series of challenges, beginning with a shipwreck that leaves her stranded near Alexandria, Egypt. Adopted by a family of weavers, she finds success but is soon captured and forced into labor. A second shipwreck leads her to China, where she discovers that her hardships were vital to her growth. This richly illustrated tale, rooted in Greek folklore and enhanced by Natasha Delmar's vibrant artwork, teaches children about perseverance and the transformative power of adversity.