The Story
Here is an indispensable guide to Indiaās ageless folklore tradition.
An enchanting collection of 110 tales, translated from twenty-two different languages, that are by turns harrowing and comic, sardonic and allegorical, mysterious and romantic. Gods disguised as beggars and beasts, animals enacting Machiavellian intrigues, sagacious jesters and magical storytellers, wise counselors and foolish kingsāall inhabit a fabular world, yet one that is also firmly grounded in everyday life.Ā
Accompanied by illustrationsĀ throughout, this collection will delight readers both young and old.
Part of the Pantheon Fairy Tale and Folklore Library
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Get your Book Stamped for Free
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Editor: A.K. Ramanujan
Type:Ā Paperback
Pages:Ā 384
Dim: 6.1" x 1.4" x 9.0"
Item Number: 9780679748328
Description
Here is an indispensable guide to Indiaās ageless folklore tradition.
An enchanting collection of 110 tales, translated from twenty-two different languages, that are by turns harrowing and comic, sardonic and allegorical, mysterious and romantic. Gods disguised as beggars and beasts, animals enacting Machiavellian intrigues, sagacious jesters and magical storytellers, wise counselors and foolish kingsāall inhabit a fabular world, yet one that is also firmly grounded in everyday life.Ā
Accompanied by illustrationsĀ throughout, this collection will delight readers both young and old.
Part of the Pantheon Fairy Tale and Folklore Library
Ā
Get your Book Stamped for Free
Ā
Editor: A.K. Ramanujan
Type:Ā Paperback
Pages:Ā 384
Dim: 6.1" x 1.4" x 9.0"
Item Number: 9780679748328
