Tales of India: Folktales from Bengal, Punjab, and Tamil Nadu

Tales of India: Folktales from Bengal, Punjab, and Tamil Nadu

A shape-shifting tiger and a pretentious rat.
A generous goddess and a powerful demon.
A clever princess and a prince who returns from the dead.

This collection of 16 traditional tales transports readers to the beguiling world of Indian folklore. Transcribed by Indian and English folklorists in the nineteenth century, these stories brim with wit and magic. Fans of fairy tales will encounter familiar favoritesâ€”epic quests and talking animalsâ€”alongside delightful surprisesâ€”an irreverent sense of humor and an array of bold, inspiring heroines. Each tale in this ebook comes alive alongside exquisite artwork by a pair of contemporary Indian artists.
Country USA
Manufacturer Chronicle Books LLC
Binding Kindle Edition
ReleaseDate 2021-10-12
Format Kindle eBook