

The Way of the Warrior
Coming of age
The adventure of a boy who fights for his destiny
According to tradition, the king of the Zulus must sacrifice the firstborn of his twin sons. But the nurse entrusted with the task of killing the boy decides to hand him over to Babashana, a warrior who has wandered the immense space of Africa since his tribe and family were destroyed. After years of living in hiding, the boy returns to claim the throne that is rightfully his.
- A novel with a modern classic feel.
- All the charm of Africa and its sometimes very harsh traditions.
- A timeless coming of age story capable of inspiring today’s young readers.
- The novel with which Pierdomenico – aged 24 – won the Battello a Vapore prize.
Publisher:
Rizzoli
Target:
10+
Year:
2023
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