In a dusty village nestled in the Arabian Desert, humble woodcutter Ali Baba discovers a secret cave brimming with glittering stolen treasure, guarded by a gang of forty sneaky thieves. When the bandits catch wind of his find and chase him down for revenge, Ali Baba must use his cleverness, a dash of luck, and help from a smart friend to turn the tables. Packed with exciting twists, clever tricks, and heart-pounding escapes, this timeless adventure will have young readers cheering for the underdog.

This enchanting dual language retelling from Mantra Lingua's 'Folktales, Myths and Legends' collection sparks imagination and fun while gently touching on ideas like fairness and bravery. Richard Holland's beautiful, colourful collages inspired by Arabic art add a splash of magic, making it a wonderful pick for families and schools to share stories from around the world and chat about right and wrong in a light-hearted way.