From the Land of Sheba: Tales of the Jews of Yemen

Plot

It's hard to go wrong with a book like this. Land of Sheba sets out to relate translated folk stories of Yemen, and succeeds. The short book gives us an insight to the heart of Yemeni peoples, their interests, desires, and needs. The stories certainly often wouldn't delight a Western reader, hoping for a particular moral or ending- but it's a different culture. Of particular interest is "Henna Leaf", a clearly-adapted Cinderella story told in a land where men can't see women, with a uniquely Yemeni twist. If you enjoy understanding other's viewpoints, I'd highly recommend this book.