"The Story of Little Black Sambo" is a children's book written by Helen Bannerman in 1899. It tells the tale of a young boy named Sambo who encounters a group of tigers while walking through the jungle. To save himself, he cleverly outsmarts the tigers by offering them his colorful clothes, which they fight over, allowing him to escape. The story is set in India and features vibrant illustrations that depict Sambo and the tigers. Over the years, the book has faced criticism for its portrayal of race and culture, leading to various adaptations and reimaginings that aim to address these concerns while retaining the original's charm.