The mighty Nile River is famous for supporting some of the most ancient and sophisticated cultures in human history. The life-giving headwaters of the longest river in the world (it flows through a quarter of Africa!) begin in the high mountains of Ethiopia at Lake Tana, which feeds the river Abay. Over its thousand-mile journey, the Abay provides nourishment, transportation, hydration, entertainment and habitat for rare and wonderful plants, birds, animals and cultures. The story of the Abay is the story of life in much of Africa, and we explore its journey with detailed watercolors by watercolor artist/teacher Trish Johnston and her 4 talented grandkids.