Dakshin : South Indian myths and fables retold / Nitin Kushalappa ; illustrations by Pari Satarkar.
Material type:
TextPublisher: India : Puffin Books, Penguin Random House, 2023Description: 240 pages : illustrations ; 20 cmContent type: - text
- unmediated
- volume
- 0143454994
- 9780143454991
| Item type | Home library | Collection | Call number | Materials specified | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Children's Book
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Main Library | Children's NonFiction | 398.2095 K97 | Available | 33111011217342 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Dive into this treasure trove of fifteen opulent folk tales, myths and fables from vibrant southern India. Travel down the banks of the Kaveri to the shores of the Indian Ocean; from the depths of mysterious jungles to the towering Nilgiris; from the lavish abode of kings to quiet villages in Coorg; and finally, meet the enchanting fairies, elves, gods and goddesses along the way!
Laugh at the funny deeds of a miser. Cry at the misfortunes of the naï ve. Wonder at the courage of the weak against the mighty. Come, revel in these fantastic folk tales!
Includes bibliographical references (pages 237-238).
Dive into this treasure trove of fifteen opulent folk tales, myths and fables from vibrant southern India. Travel down the banks of the Kaveri to the shores of the Indian Ocean; from the depths of mysterious jungles to the towering Nilgiris; from the lavish abode of kings to quiet villages in Coorg; and finally, meet the enchanting fairies, elves, gods and goddesses along the way! Laugh at the funny deeds of a miser. Cry at the misfortunes of the naï ve. Wonder at the courage of the weak against the mighty. Come, revel in these fantastic folk tales!