The Child from Dindefello Falls The Little Prince of Africa

Translated from French, The Child from Dindefello Falls, is a coming-of-age, initiatic story of young Sonlio, who, in search of answers after his mother’ s mysterious death, begins a transformative journey of healing and self-discovery where he experiences the diverse, human and unique spiritual treasures of Africa. As Sonlio navigates a landscape shaped by climate change, poverty, and injustice, his journey becomes a reflection of the capacity of individuals and communities to overcome adversity through humor and friendship. Steeped in Senegalese culture, Sonlio’ s story unfolds as a poetic fable and evolves into a thought-provoking exploration of resilience, love, and spiritual awakening. Blending elements of philosophy, and storytelling, The Child from Dindefello Falls also introduces readers to innovative African-led initiatives for environmental regeneration, such as natural tree regeneration and the ambitious “ Green Wall” project aimed at reforesting the Sahel. These real-world solutions are ingeniously presented through the eyes of a child, offering readers a hopeful glimpse into Africa’ s efforts to heal the planet.

Aminta Dupuis is a literature professor, poet, and musician whose work is inspired by her profound admiration for Africa’s beauty and her deep sorrow at the injustices it endures. In The Child from Dindefello Falls, Dupuis gives voice to the Senegalese people, offering readers a gateway to greater understanding and compassion for Africa’s rich cultural and spiritual legacy. Translated from French by Marybeth Timmermann, The Child from Dindefello Falls marks Dupuis’s first novel available to English-speaking readers.

TABLE OF CONTENTS PART I: ALONG THE WAY Requiem Just Get Out, Get Out, Little Nanny Goat! The Call of the Sun A Ray of Light from the East The Wise Man with Chattering Herbs Clues at the Crossroads Words on Fire Tracking Down the Fugitive Return to New York I Am My Brother’ s Keeper Searching For the Horse Antelope Gong Joking Cousins “ You are the Salt of the Earth” Modern Servitudes Mister Xiao’ s Gift: the Qing Hao Mister Xiao’ s Change of Heart The Migrants A Little Prince in the Desert Sweet Teranga The Voice of the Sea A Star Takes Its Leave SOS Night Fishing on the High Seas One Drink Too Many PART II: NEW INSPIRATIONS The Floating Ark The Little Newcomer A Week in Pajamas Temptations The Little Maid’ s Dream The Value of Life Oxygen The Art of Losing A Mysterious American Street Alchemists Turmoil The Phantom of the Manor Idyllic Oasis Invitations Sonlio Recognizes his Teammates Messenger Bee Healing the Earth The Lights of the World The Forge of Re-Enchantments A Philosophy Lesson Under a Baobab Tree PART III: INTO THE LION’ S DEN To Me, You Will Be Unique in All the World New Dialogues Healing the World The Olympic Challenge Thunderbolts In Extremis Rescue News from Tibet In the Chapel The Great Mage of Fouta-Djalon Light and Darkness In the Eye of the Tiger The Trial Butterflies in the Heart Gardens of the Future Little Harvests The Dakar-Paris Rally Double-Edged Sword The Flute and the Kora Single Combat The Question Fertile Horizons