The Sorgho Squad follows their first dynamite adventure with Book 2: The Rumors Are True… Introducing Mashilla! This is an exciting journey that follows the crew on another globe-trotting quest that allows them to explore not just ancient legends but modern concepts and global issues.
The Squad Is Back!
The epic debut of the squad made many readers fall in love with the ecological-minded heroes who are driven on their quest by global issues that concern everyone. Now, readers will get the chance to go on another exciting trip with our heroes for a good time, full of fun, action, and mystery.
A Memorable Team
The Sorgho Squad is a team of heroes who are out to save the world! But they don’t face the same villains as a random superhero, instead, they tackle issues that put nature in jeopardy. Who is a part of this squad?
We have characters like the clever Professor Sorgho, Jowar, a brave champion for ecological causes, and the very smart and determined Alice. This time, their path leads them to Ethiopia; specifically, to Lalibela. This is a destination fulled of ancient wisdom and history, but their mission goes beyond exploring. The Squad is looking for Mashilla, a legendary being who has contributed immeasurably to sustainable farming and other causes. They have to track this legend through the hints afforded by a strange recipe.
Through temples and other exciting settings, they try to find Mashilla, a Guardian of Abundance, asleep in her temple. But even if the Squad manages to find her, will it be enough to face such huge problems as climate change?
Ecological Focus, Innovation, and Vision
The Sorgho Squad is a unique graphic novel for many reasons, but what stands out is its focus on ecological innovation and an unwavering commitment to improving the environment and saving the world. The characters find new solutions and make use of things like sorghum to create amazing ways to bypass obstacles.
The story promotes the themes of sustainable farming, conservation, and community building and resilience. It also should resonate with people who are looking for a better understanding of collective work for different environmental causes.
In addition to the gripping story and the striking themes, the book features vibrant, colorful illustrations that better serve to portray the beauty of the environment that the characters are trying to save. It is a fun book with a solid educational component, which takes complex themes and makes them palatable for a younger audience, while reminding older readers about why they should care.
A Word About Nate Blum
Nate Blum is not just a talented author but a real-life champion for sorghum and other environmental causes. He helms Sorghum United, an international company that is exploring the uses of this ancient crop to solve or add to the solution of many different issues, such as climate change and food insecurity. He brings his passion and expertise to this book series, which makes it unique and worth a read by older and younger auidences alike.
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