Idia of the Benin Kingdom

Picture / Biography
Our Ancestors
2020
Unpaged
Idia of the Benin Kingdom introduces young readers to the story of Queen Idia of the ancient kingdom of Benin, who played an important role during the reign of her son, Esigie, who ruled Benin from 1504-1550. This story tells of a young Idia who pursued her dreams, believed in herself, and became the first Queen Mother of Benin.